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City of Santa Monica, California Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
100%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
would recommend
to other women
July 2017
I think the culture can vary a lot depending on your supervisor. My supervisor is a proponent of professional development so I've been able to attend some excellent trainings and schools, as well as work on projects that have really challenged me and helped me to grow. With regard to family, my supervisors have all been very supportive of work life balance, so I've had a very positive experience since my first child was born. However, in some areas there is not as much flexibility due to city policy - for example, no paid maternity leave and no official policy for working remotely. With unpaid maternity leave, you end up having to pay cobras for your health insurance and your anniversary date with the City changes she which affects future retirement and pension benefits. Also, childcare options within the city are limited. The city only has one daycare partner that gives city employees priority on the waiting list (no discount though - and it's expensive, upwards of $2000/month for an infant). The school is great, but I was on the waiting list at 12 weeks pregnant for my first child and we did not get off of the waitlist until my child was 7 months old, leaving a 3 month gap between the end of my maternity leave and our daycare start date. Finally, without an official city policy re: working remotely your opportunites there can vary across departments and leadership's willingness to ok that option. In sum, there is definitely room for improvement and some changes I'd like to see, but great overall work culture and experience.
Job Satisfaction Level
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Recent Salary (USD)
$100k-$150k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
Not eligible for bonus
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Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
None taken
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Yes
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Family Friendly Aspects
Culture
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5 -
Recommend to Women?
Yes
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Improve work-life balance and policies (e.g. flex-time, limit face time)
Ypsilanti, MI Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
100%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
might recommend
to other women
July 2017
Generally, the workplace is great for gender equity. However, the individual fields/departments each have their own quirks.
Job Satisfaction Level
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Recent Salary (USD)
$25k-$50k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
Not eligible for bonus
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Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
None taken
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Yes
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Family Friendly Aspects
Culture
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5 -
Recommend to Women?
Maybe. You generally don't get enough resources to do your job- but your team is generally great, supportive, and driven to get the job done well.
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Improve work-life balance and policies (e.g. flex-time, limit face time)
City of Passaic, New Jersey Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
0%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
would recommend
to other women
July 2017
Be open to opportunities. Like in other places of work, there are office politics that you have to accept and be aware of them.
Job Satisfaction Level
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Recent Salary (USD)
$80k-$100k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
Not eligible for bonus
-
Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
None taken
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Not for Pay, Promotion
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5 -
Recommend to Women?
Yes
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Improve my compensation
The City of Calgary Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
0%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
would recommend
to other women
June 2017
There are few women in senior leadership and a bias against women weilding power exists, however there are some efforts to correct this. Policies support flexible work situations which can be beneficial to women and health benefits and pension benefits are good.
Job Satisfaction Level
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Recent Salary (USD)
$100k-$150k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
Not eligible for bonus
-
Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
None taken
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Not for Promotion
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Family Friendly Aspects
Hours, Culture
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5My role has more flexibility than some
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Recommend to Women?
Yes
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
be proactive in acknowledging and addressing biases
City of Seward Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
100%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
might recommend
to other women
June 2017
keep your head down and work. you will be compensated well and have excellent benefits.
Job Satisfaction Level
-
Recent Salary (USD)
$25k-$50k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
$0-$10k
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Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
None taken
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Yes
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Family Friendly Aspects
Hours, Culture, Policies
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5 -
Recommend to Women?
Maybe. If the person were thick skinned and not a follower
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Improve work-life balance and policies (e.g. flex-time, limit face time)
Civilian Complaint Review Board Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
0%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
would not recommend
to other women
May 2017
Turn over is too high and politics are stacked against women.
Job Satisfaction Level
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Recent Salary (USD)
$100k-$150k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
$20k-$50k
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Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
4 paid / unpaid
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Not for Evaluation and Reviews
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5 -
Recommend to Women?
No
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Stop pushing women out.
City Of Cedar Rapids Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
100%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
might recommend
to other women
May 2017
The City seems to be fairly flexible with respect to flexible hours for taking care of children; however, the maternity leave could use a boost. Maternity leave requires you to use your vacation time and sick time, which usually only accounts for 5 weeks paid.
Job Satisfaction Level
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Recent Salary (USD)
$50k-$80k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
Not eligible for bonus
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Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
6 paid / 6 unpaid
I worked from home for a portion, but had I not worked from home I would have only had the 6 weeks paid.
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Yes
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Family Friendly Aspects
Hours
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5 -
Recommend to Women?
Maybe. Maternity leave is not the best. The City has just recently started hiring women in leadership positions so it is still relatively new, but it is definitely improving.
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Improve my benefits (e.g. medical, maternity)
City of Atlanta, GA Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
100%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
might recommend
to other women
April 2017
Good maternity leave and there are women in managerial roles.
Job Satisfaction Level
-
Recent Salary (USD)
$25k-$50k
-
Recent Bonus (USD)
Not eligible for bonus
-
Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
None taken
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Yes
-
Family Friendly Aspects
Hours, Policies
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5 -
Recommend to Women?
Maybe. It depends which department you work for, and who your manager is.
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Improve work-life balance and policies (e.g. flex-time, limit face time)
City of New York Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
0%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
50%
would recommend
to other women
April 2017
Nepotism and favoritism is normal, promotions are not based on merit.
Job Satisfaction Level
-
Recent Salary (USD)
$100k-$150k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
Not eligible for bonus
-
Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
None taken
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Not for Pay, Promotion
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Family Friendly Aspects
Hours
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5Flex time is ok, but not great.
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Recommend to Women?
No
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Improve my compensation
Waverley Council Women's Job Satisfaction (5=very satisfied)
100%
say women are treated fairly
and equally to men
100%
would recommend
to other women
February 2017
It's a good place to work. Just try to get to know the Manager you would be reporting to during the interview process and if flexibility is important then highlight that during interviews.
Job Satisfaction Level
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Recent Salary (USD)
>$150k
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Recent Bonus (USD)
Not eligible for bonus
-
Took Maternity Leave Here? (Weeks)
None taken
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Are Women and Men Treated Equally?
Yes
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Family Friendly Aspects
Hours
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Flexibility of the employer
1 2 3 4 5It seems to be down to Manager discretion as to how flexible they will be with employees. Also those with pre-set schedules like garbage collectors or customer service don't get flexibility.
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Recommend to Women?
Yes
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One Thing Employer Could Improve
Improve work-life balance and policies (e.g. flex-time, limit face time)
