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SMU (Southern Methodist University)

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Great job, poor management model - Groundskeeper SMU (Southern Methodist University) Employee Review

2.0
Jun 10, 2017
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Pros

Loved working here.. environment was challenging and diverse. Decent starting pay. Plenty of opportunity for growth. Training and protective equipment available whenever needed.

Cons

Bad management decisions regarding job structuring and transition from contract to inhouse, and vice versa. Poor handling of layoff process due to termination of service contract. Management and HR somewhat high-handed and arrogant..

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Pros

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Cons

No flexible work arrangements. And pay can always be higher.

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Pros

Like the work I do and the people I work with. Activity fluctuates along the typical school calendar with the summer being slower.

Cons

You are expected to jump into change without asking questions. Even when a reason/justification on why or how you are doing something is met with a tone of "I don't care, Do what I said". Direct supervisor and colleagues are great and have your back. Many staff positions don't have a way to move up the career ladder.

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