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Miami Dade College

First and foremost the ratings I gave are largely dependent upon the job and the specific campus.  I worked at Wolfson campus in Downtown Miami.  The people working there are all lovely and amazing people, putting on their best face and putting up with all sorts of stuff on a regular basis.


The organization as a whole is an absolute mess that borders on kafkaesque.  MDC is the epitome of the saying "the right hand doesn't know what the left hand is doing"


None of the departments communicate with each other.  My job was in one specific department and more than once I've had people come to me asking for help on issues completely unrelated to my department.  I tell them this and they tell me that one or more other people specifically directed them to my department.  As such, I have no idea what to do with them and unfortunately have to send them off to go back to the cycle of asking around multiple different people where they're supposed to go because no one knows.


One incident I had a student came around asking where a certain computer lab was.  I told them about the two available computer labs and they said they visited both but were told neither lab could help them.  I told them we didn't deal with the type of computer stuff they do, we only deal in networking, and they said that the other lab person specifically said that our lab was meant for students and computer work that we very specifically are not meant for.


Another student needed help with their homework and were being sent around in circles by clueless people.  I asked who their teacher was, they told me, I found the teacher's info on the website but nothing specific about what they actually taught.  One of my supervisors tried to help but they had never even heard of the teacher in question.


Another student told me they had spent almost an hour being "jacked around" with by people telling him to go places for help with a certain service before being sent to my department.  I told them we don't do that here and I have no idea why they sent him to us.  He was clearly angry, not at me specifically, and left saying "No one knows anything here" which is exactly the case.

There's two or three separate computer labs, all for specific fields of computer study.  No one seems to know for certain where to send anyone, and all the information on the website is outdated.


As for the website, it's awful beyond belief.  There can be entire sections giving specific information, only for them to directly link to another page that has completely different contradictory information.  There was literally a page for employees to pick up parking decals that directed us to a room that did not exist.  Not a room that used to exist at one point but was renamed or renumbered, but a room that never existed, with a number that could not be the result of a typo but of deliberate misinformation.


A whole lot of links are broken or else lead right back to the page you came from, and this is not just the front-facing website but also the web pages specifically meant for employees.


On top of that, there seems to be absolutely no communication from anyone regarding major projects such as constructions, room renovations, or class relocations.  The location I worked in directly had sustained some minor damage from a hurricane in 2017 and as a result plans were made to completely relocate the room to a different building.  4 years later, there is no word from anyone as to whether this relocation is ever going to happen.


On top of that a whole lot of systems are digitized and digitized poorly.  Previously clocking in involved using one of two computers in the employee area, which was quick and easy to do.  Then they changed it to a new online service that required you to login first and hope that the internet wasn't slow or the page didn't crash before you could properly clock in.


As well they replaced several of the locks in some of the buildings with ones that require new keycards.  They said these would work with our employee-issued IDs but the IDs did not work and half the time even the security officers keycards wouldn't work so they would just use the actual physical keys to open the doors instead.


All the individual people who work here that I've encountered are great, friendly people just doing what they can, but the system as a whole is almost comically inept.  No one knows what's happening more than a week or so out and everyone is too busy with real work to do anything about it

The typical workday in my department can be high traffic however it helps you to deal with a fast pace environment and to work under pressure. Also, if you are currently a student and you do work at the college, the department has to give you priority to your schedule and work around your schedule so you do have a flexible schedule. Sometimes I feel like at least management and my department doesn’t make any sense sometimes when they create policies that sometimes at least in my opinion can be borderline discriminatory towards other Students from other different campuses and universities. So it kind of creates a Harder time for those who have to deal with students and students from other universities who want to use our departments facilities The coworkers are really cool to get along with very funny and my apartment most enjoyable part of my job is I get to help other students. As a fair warning, if you are a part-time working there, you will get paid minimum wage my case at least and don’t get any benefits, except 401(k) And it is hard to get promoted because HR is so very specific and Who they think would be in the better position for the job. Also, when getting hired HR makes a decision on the person for the department, not the department itself it doesn’t make any sense because the boss or Director for that department interviews with them and then HR picks them which makes no sense. Also, when it comes down to the criteria They really don’t do too much in-house hiring or promotions so a heads up for us doing assistant who wants to be put in a full-time position or a part-time position let alone just know that work experience doesn’t count as experience Is not taking into account or not recognized by HR, Again, which makes no sense that they would much rather pick someone who Would have to be Trained rather than someone who is already there in that department knows the job and knows how to do it well and just hire them. The most enjoyable thing about the job is if you have good coworkers there in whatever department you’re in that it’ll be fun.

Working there was a mixed experience. The most positive aspect of the role was mentoring students and seeing their growth firsthand. Hearing directly from students about what they learned and gained from my classes made the work feel meaningful and reinforced why I value teaching.

Unfortunately, the department itself struggled with significant management challenges. Leadership was often volatile and reactive, with high expectations that were not consistently matched by professional courtesy or institutional support. This created an environment where trust was limited and any sense of camaraderie felt largely performative. Whether this culture originated within the department’s leadership or from broader bureaucratic pressures above them was difficult to determine.

There were also practices that contributed to an unhealthy atmosphere, including placing students in uncomfortable positions related to internal faculty oversight. Out of respect for confidentiality and due to the lack of formal documentation beyond personal experience, I cannot identify the specific department. However, without meaningful changes to management and organizational culture, it is difficult to see how the department can reach its full potential.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Working at Miami Dade College is great because it offers a diverse, inclusive environment, excellent professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to student success, all within a vibrant Miami community.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The most stressful part of working at Miami Dade College can be balancing high student demands with limited resources while maintaining academic standards and addressing the diverse needs of a large, varied student population.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment and culture at Miami Dade College are collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered. Employees often work in diverse teams and are encouraged to innovate in ways that support student success. The college values professional development, embraces diversity, and fosters a sense of community among staff and students.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
A typical day at Miami Dade College involves interacting with students, collaborating with colleagues, and managing administrative tasks. Faculty might spend time preparing lessons, teaching, advising students, and attending meetings. Non-teaching staff focus on supporting student services, handling operations, or working on college-wide initiatives. The day is dynamic, with a focus on student success and a mix of scheduled activities and spontaneous problem-solving.

The worst place I have ever worked.  Non-supportive cut throat, prejudiced, non-supportive environment.  Treated employees poorly and students worse.  If you don't fit their "culture" you are out.  No matter how hard you work or how talented you are.  I felt as if I were living in a horror movie, with faculty giving cryptic messages about prejudice against Hispanics and to watch my back.  I didn't want to believe it but it proved to be true when every non-tenured Hispanic was released from their contract and other racial ethnicities more prevalent to this school kept on no matter how awful an instructor they were. No explanations were given to those let go it was truly a fascist regime.  I apologize for having to say this but it was blatantly true.  This is just one example of the horror show that occurred in this place. Faculty hired in this time period were used to mentally debilitate their students in an attempt to bring up the colleges NCLEX passing rates which were abysmal to the point of losing accreditation. Organizational decisions were made in a Machiavellian nature without any consideration of the students well-being.  The students were treated with disdain and disrespect. The students actually took to the streets and the airwaves to complain of their mistreatment and any faculty shown to give the students support were let go.  Management was truly evil, tenured faculty was back stabbing and ill mannered.  Worst experience of my life and glad to be gone and in a much better place. Run away as fast as you can, their is nothing worthwhile here.

A typical day at work was that I always had lots of people to deal with on a daily customer care service but as a receptionist I also dealt with a high volume of phone calls coming in and out the switchboard. Including filling, faxing , coping, receiving and delivering mail via email or regular mail (letters). 
Second, I learned to manage a great amount of responsibilities with customer care services great people skills. Management team very outgoing, polite, caring, and professional.
Third, co-workers, dealt with different people at the employment facility but, I just treated everyone with respect no matter whom they are nor looking the age nor any kind of preference at all with other co-workers involved.
Hardest part of the job involved not been understood at minimal circumstances with dealing with my surroundings other than that addressed situations as proper and to view both points of view if their was to be a miss understanding of any kind; overall not much too complicated. I consider my self very polite and honest on my job place. Finally, the most enjoyable part of the job was when the employer performed a meeting per-say the respect for others and saw how the company showed their thanks to all employees by conducting a reunion with the employees to thank us for the hard work and care demonstrated through the hard and achieving work throughout the years.

What is the best part of working at the company?
My department chair is very accessible , professional. & supportive. The support staff in  Arts  &  Letters are  welcoming to  professors ( adjuncts & full time professors)  and have  the students' best interests at heart.  Great place yo work ( Doral campus) 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
In EAP, motivating the students to show up to class on time or within reason is somewhat of a stressful  endeavor. Adult students eta have 1-2 jobs and make a tremendous does effort to go to school. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
I have been an adjunct for 10 years in addition. to my full time teaching job elsewhere (public school).. Honestly, the environment is professional , safe, &  everyone I have encountered  is cordial and genuinely happy to speak with me .  Security 
Is always walking the hallways and checking that  I am ok , especially after class when students need help & we are there past 20 minyemtws after class. Definitely a. Safe workplace. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
As an adjunct , Two days per week -one hour before class  I am in the office for one on one student assistance  as required by contract (a certain amount of hours per class credits ) , teach  2.5 hours  through different activities . Most nights students are engaged in group work that develops friendships In addition  to English Language  acquisition.

My experience at the cultural affairs department of MDC was unfortunately disappointing, primarily due to the poor leadership within the organization. One of the most significant issues was the excessive workload, as they often expected employees to work overtime, even at events. Additionally, the unrealistic expectations set for the team were challenging to meet, compounded by the fact that we had to take on multiple roles due to insufficient funding and staffing.

The work environment felt bureaucratic and lacked opportunities for innovation and creativity. Outdated policies hindered progress and collaboration among team members. Team building was lacking, which affected overall morale and productivity.

One of the most disheartening aspects was the lack of appreciation for employees who consistently went above and beyond their job descriptions. Despite our efforts, job security felt uncertain, as they seemed willing to let go of employees without much consideration.

Overall, if you are seeking a workplace to advance your career or thrive in a creative and innovative environment, this may not be the best fit. However, if you prefer a more stagnant and long-term approach to your career, where a pension after surviving seven years is the primary goal, it may suit a specific type of employee.

Nice company culture, great access to events, great people. Be very wary coming in, depending on your department there can be a complete lack of career training or room for advancement. There is fantastic room for taking initiative on projects and collaborations that are very rewarding, but that will not necessarily have an effect on your pay and it will not necessarily lead to in-company career advancement or promotion, unless you are willing to transfer to departments unrelated to your professional career which do have more funding and fulltime positions. Because it is a public college, staff positions/titles can be very limited, despite actual roles demanding above and beyond. Depending on your goals, this might be a good trade-off! Once your foot is in the door, it is a very stable place to work, and there are many different departments. MDC definitely encourages in-company cross-hiring. Depending on your campus, there is a major lack of communication which causes immense stress and makes projects more difficult than necessary. A high stress, high tension environment during the busiest times of the semester. Extremely poor pay. The students are amazing to work with, but expect stress.

I been working at MDCC for about 8 months now. The job itself public safety officer is easy and very quick to learn for an entry level position is a good position for a learning step and to gain some experince and familiar with some aspect of the job.
Now the Supervisior The Cheif herself has really bad supervisor skills, often belittles alot of her officer on the open radio putting them on blast. Also gives out orders but when it turns out puts the blame on her assists or her sgt/ cpl and her officers never actually taking responabilty for herself. When try to speak to her or bring a correction to her her best line"I was part of the Opa Lock department for 15 years I know what I'm...." this pass week its was 30 years, the point is shes never wrong and never gives compliments or rewards for a good job done but is quick to punished and insult and do write ups without frist investing why. Also dose secret write ups and adds it to employee fields without giving them porper time to correct themselves. As for advancement there are officers working here for 5 years sitll officers no rank promtion and still part time and no pay increase, they are getting pay excatly what Im getting pay and I only been here for 8 months. Its a good great school lowsy pay and managment.

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