Pros
Certain positions within the university allow individuals to work closely with the student body which is why I entered a career in higher education. The work/life balance is good and often times supervisors will allow employees to take coursework during the lunch hour if they are completing a bachelors degree or seeking a graduate level degree. On the whole, the staff is friendly. The university has implemented a new professional development series for faculty/staff which is a great opportunity to learn from internal and external professionals.
Cons
As with most employment in education, the pay is low. Several nearby universities pay at a much higher rate. Unfortunately, the ability for advancement is low as well. With the area community and campus culture, many employees stay for the remainder of their career, resulting in low turnover and the inability for entry-level and mid-management to move up.