records specialist

transportation technician

administrative assistant

financial specialist

inspector

State of Idaho

A typical day at work in my position involves mainly sitting in front of a computer, monitoring contracts, speaking with medical providers and contractors about customers needs, policy, and how to better streamline certain processes to ensure better service to the public.

I learned a lot about contract implementation, procurement, and how to build meaningful relationships with providers and people outside of my previous scope.  

Management here is incredible.  They are very helpful, open to questions, extremely friendly, and truly want to help not just you as an employee, but the people we serve on a daily basis.

The culture is mainly relaxed, thought things can be hectic at times when you are trying to work on multiple projects.  Policies can change at the drop of a hat, and funding is dependent on what the Federal Government decides, meaning you need to have contingency plans in place for your contractors and programs in case you lose some funding or a policy changes.

The most enjoyable aspect of the job is working with some of the friendliest people I've ever had the opportunity to work with.  Time off is something that is not difficult to request or receive, and there are no "bad looks" if you are truly sick and need to take a couple days off.  Personal/mental health days are encouraged to a degree, also.

It truly is a great place to work.

As a Case Manager at NICI, you basically get to make your own schedule which is nice as long as you put in your 40 hours a week. Don't expect to be trained on how to do the job or be certified to teach any of the groups within the first year you are there. They essentially throw you a caseload and say good luck. Management is an absolute train wreck. The 2 program managers that oversee the programs are so far off track from one another that its amazing to wonder how anything ever gets accomplished.  Then be careful of what you say to anyone in the admin building as they are quick to start gossiping since they can never accomplish their jobs on time if ever even... Then there is the Warden who seems to always think he is right because he has done this for 26 years. If I have ever met someone who is so out of touch with the place he is supposed to manage it is that guy! Don't even consider any kind of growth opportunity either if thats on your plate of plans. This place is there to keep you as a number and nothing more. So glad I got out when I did. It is a place where careers go to die. Keep looking...you can do better and deserve better. I now work for another agency in the state and can say I love it.

I was privileged enough to spend time with veterans in a residential skilled nursing facility, it was my job to implement plan and help organize recreational activities for all residents. A wide range of mobility issues , brain injuries, dementia etc. It was such satisfying work, and our department had a lot of freedom with what activities were most beneficial to the group.. I learned a lot, patience, compassion, elderly people, need love and companionship. Kind of a new facility and so management was touch and go but the building administrator is very good at her job. The workplace culture was a little bit toxic. There was a lot of gossiping and it was hard to form relationships with coworkers, but there were a lot of good employees as well. The hardest part of the activity aid job was circumstantial. We didn’t have good leadership and we did a lot of changes were made very quickly, and that made my job very . The most enjoyable part of the job was the satisfaction and happiness and joy we brought to the residence and their and being a part of contributing to the longevity of their social and emotional and physical needs. It’s the most rewarding job I’ve ever had.

I have worked here for 12 years. There has been good and bad times. Right now and for the past 4 to 5 years we have had the best RN Manager ever! She is awesome and works hard to make it a great place to work. She is very easy to talk to and I love her! The pay is competitive only because of the benefits offered. When you first look at the wage scale it doesn't seem worth it but when you add paid vacation and sick leave, very reasonable health insurance, great retirement benefits, and all the other benefits in the compensation package it is why I have stayed with the State of Idaho for the past 40 years! Juvenile Corrections can be a trying place to work but also very rewarding. We desperately need some great quality nurses that are dedicated and will stick to it through the difficult time now of this virus. We have had no positive juveniles in any of our facilities. And for that I am grateful. Come work for us if you are mature and have the experience we need in a new hire.

A change in management bought down moral and work life. You're micromanagement and get a target on your back when you speak up and ask questions. The Management will throw you under the bus and your expectations are never spoke about until you're getting written up/ spoke to. Management could never meet the expectations of what you're expected to do. Your pay does not equal the work you do.  You are have to jump through hoops to get a great performance review which is based on what type of raise you get, and when asked about said hoops is always "I'll get back to you" and no information is provided. Communcation is horrible. People who have worked here for years only get paid a couple more cents an hour then somebody just stating. You're not allowed to use time management  and everything is scheduled for you.  Very inconsistent on expectations and each workers expectations is different. 

The State was an amazing environment to work for years but changes in funding and overall mindset of the Management has made it a terrible place to be.  The staff are incredible.  It seems all Departments are too top heavy, managers needing to justify their positions are making constant unnecessary changes, such as changing where people sit every couple of months, or coming up with projects, on top of heavy workloads. 

Morale is extremely low now, lower than ever before.  The job security government used to offer no longer exists, people are often laid off for questionable reasons, saying there isnt enough work while staff are struggling to keep up.  

For many years now the government has been consolidating jobs, meaning you will do the work several people used to do alone. When positions are vacated often the management will just put the work on someone else and not backfill the position. They talk alot about training however it is often very short and doesn't cover everything. Just look at the turnover rate, it will tell you more than I can.

Working as a Marketing Coordinator has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The collaborative environment fosters creativity and innovation, allowing me to contribute meaningfully to the company's success. The support from my colleagues and management has been exceptional, providing me with opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

One of the aspects I appreciate most is the autonomy I have to execute marketing strategies while still having access to guidance and mentorship when needed. The company's commitment to staying ahead of industry trends ensures that our marketing efforts are always cutting-edge and effective.

Furthermore, the work-life balance is excellent, enabling me to maintain a healthy lifestyle while excelling in my role. Overall, I am grateful for the chance to be part of such a dynamic team and look forward to continuing to contribute to the company's growth and success.

One cannot summarize the culture of working for the state. It's a huge machine and so much depends on your individual supervisor, your job type, etc.  Working for the DMV would be very different from Health and Welfare. For instance, my manager is not a micromanager but in another program in our building, I've heard horror stories about having to clock when you take a bathroom break. I know for sure that the social workers who work with kids and deadbeat parents have caseloads they cannot keep up with. Turnover is constant. I work a hybrid job. Many jobs can't allow remote work simply due to the nature of the business. Benefits are good but you won't get rich working here!

I loved working with the families to help them access developmental disability services for their children, 
Compensation was wonderful at nearly $50/hr, 
I felt that I was able to assist many families and children,
We all worked so independently that there was no problem with job culture and management, 
A typical day involved doing one or two plans for clients and reviewing how providers were doing with services for at least one or two clients, 
One of the most difficult parts of this job was learning all the steps and keeping track of what each client needed during the plan year, However, my case monitor was good at providing whatever support I needed, 
Knowing what questions to ask was sometimes challenging when getting supervision.

The State of Idaho is only just now realizing it has to offer incentives to keep or attract employees. So it has just recently increased its starting wage, but nothing else has really changed. It is largely a 'good ol' boy's' club. Promotions happen often based on popularity. Power struggles with staff and with inmates is common. The staff are treated like the felons regarding requesting time off (and overtime is mandatory) and often questioned about motives. It is fair to recognize it is a prison, and as such can only reach a level of cheery environment. It's not going to be a great place, but to make a difference an individual needs autonomy to influence their environment. And control issues begin at the top and roll downhill. If you are a rule-follower, and enjoy working in an environment that allows you power over individuals, then this might be the job for you. Or it might not be

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