development manager

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supervisor

storekeeper

CITY OF MODESTO

a typical day at work would be opening up the city building (key holder) get ready for a busy day . constantly helping children and parents scan membership cards putting memberships into computer. watching the over all view of the center making sure participants are obeying all youth center rules, checking an responding to supervisors emails, decorating office and youth center for holidays an other events.  I learned patience working in a fast paced environment was challenging but I accomplished it! management was great always very helpful and fair. my coworkers were the best we grew into a family. the hardest part of my job was definitely making flyers for events or classes. the most enjoyable part of the job was learning all the different duties I was doing I was never just in one spot, I was able to work at other city buildings teaching and helping participants. and loved to see children having fun in my classes. (art, baking, girl time or any other classes I was instructing).

What is the best part of working at the company?
I drove buses for 35 years that's what I like to do I am a people person I get along with all different types of personalities

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
It wasn't not so much stressful for me because I like driving buses for a living in order for me to be a good bus driver I could not be stressed because I had to drive a lot of people to their destination as I did that I learned different types of personalities so I tried not to make my job stressful for whatever I do I'm a person that gets along with everyone

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I make sure I had a good personality because if I didn't I wouldn't know how to deal with all different types of personalities like I said I love driving buses and I'm the type of person that get along with everyone I tried to anyway so my days at work or good days I try not to be stressful

My position with the City of Modesto did not offer interactive contact with other City of Modesto employees. I worked part-time for the Parks and Recreation Division in the Parking Garage Department. I therefore was not eligible for benefits as with a full-time position. The management of the specific department in which I worked was unbiased, open to communication with their subordinates, and very pleasant to work for; the coworkers were very supportive of one another and we worked well together as a team. The Parking Department has since been transformed into automation services. That was my reason for leaving. Other departments in the City of Modesto may not be as flexible. I don't plan to return to work for the City of Modesto.

A typical day would be coming into work early and getting my things ready before I clock in. I would arrange items in my classroom to keep it neat and clean before the children get out of school. My coworkers are always willing to help me clean and set up when I need it. We work great in a team. We communicate with each other carefully and listen to what we each have to say. I tutor the children in all subjects and give them recreational when needed. I have customer service by talking to the children parents. Some parents may have their days but, the key is to be patient and listen to what they have to say. Although the children may be a hand full, knowing that I am their leader and role-model makes me feel very important in their lives. I love what I do and I put my all into it.

I was hired in a management role, and quickly found myself very disappointed. After a couple years with City of Modesto, I accepted employment elsewhere. 

Workload was intense. Pay rate is below industry standard for cities of similar size. Very little expectations to perform work duties. A lot of tasks are kind of just busy work. 

Lack of management leadership overall. Most management I worked with did not have the experience or knowledge to accomplish meaningful achievements. 

Often the land of dropping the ball. 

The department director didn’t seem to have much, or any, prior experience in the department’s industry upon hiring. I had much difficulty determining what the department goals and objectives were. My skills sets and work efforts were largely wasted. 

I enjoy working with my team.  We work hard at processing all the work that is required on time.  We work as a team assembling the pieces together. 

A typical day at work for me is prioritizing task.  I create a check list If needed.  If I have a slow work flow I ask my supervisor for work or I find work. 

I've learned how to work as a team and work out disagreements.

Since I work part-time - the hardest part of work is having to leave so early, although I have learned time management.

The most enjoyable part of the job is actually being to see results of our work.

The City of Modesto is a good place to work. The department I am in was understaffed when I started and management hired for the positions as soon as they could. Sometimes the management will tell you to do things one way and someone else will tell you to do it another way. Some of the supervisors are so stressed out they don't have time to train or answer questions when you are new. So, sink or swim. 

Honest take, this is an dis-advantaged community and unfortunately it is at times reflected by the people they can hire here. 

Ultimately there are improvements that could be made but the pay isn't terrible, benefits are good, and I've met some cool people. 

It's an OK place to work. 

Working here was a great way to spend my summer. The skills that it taught me will forever benefit me and the co-workers were all very pleasant to be around as well as my boss. The only thing that we needed to makes sure of really was that no patrons were put in dangerous situations or break the rules but other than that just being there was always fun.

The work environment at the City of Modesto is centered around maintaining a comfortable atmosphere rather than focusing on efficiency or results. Honest feedback is not welcomed unless it aligns with predetermined views, even when evidence proves otherwise. Decisions prioritize emotions over logic, creating a culture where productivity takes a backseat to perception. Progress is often hindered by a reluctance to acknowledge hard truths, and those who challenge the status quo may find themselves sidelined. If you value straightforward communication and results-driven work, this may not be the ideal environment.

Its been a blast working for the City of Modesto. However, with the low pay and not getting a whole lot of hours makes the job not as much fun. The job is great because i get to affected kids in the community by giving them a positive motivation in their day. I see them everyday as I work for the After School Program. I get to help them with homework, give them activities, and play sports with them. This has been a great experience in my life but it is now time to move on to a more fulfilling position.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Development manager 3 salaries reported	$153,046 per year
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Supervisor 1 salary reported	$95,742 per year
Storekeeper 1 salary reported	$30.41 per hour

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