Bogged down with politics - Anonymous employee Durham County Employee Review

3.0
Feb 13, 2012
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The benefit package is good with a matching 401k and LGEERS program. You are given a choice of 3 levels of coverage for insurance.

Cons

Very difficult to get things accomplished because of the different levels politics involved. Some employees have become very complacent and are satisfied with how things are just because that's "how it's always been." Pay freeze that has been in effect for several years (except for County Manager who recently gave himself a raise) Advancement is all about "who you know" and if you are willing to play the political game.

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