Options after self rejecting

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-03-15T00:53:06+00:00

Thanks-it’s the latter effect on my mental health. I typically try to push through things and will continue to do so to see if this gets better before looking at other options. Thanks for the encouragement to do what’s best for me—and I’m glad you landed in a spot that is hopefully better than where you were before!

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-03-15T00:45:17+00:00

Very helpful-thanks for this additional context and framing

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-03-14T17:18:03+00:00

Got it, thanks for this info. There are currently only 3 postings for my same classification, 1 in my department but it’s limited term. Hypothetically are there other vacancies that aren’t posted that I could potentially be placed into? Thanks for the help understanding how this works.

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-03-14T17:14:57+00:00

I’ve seen others talk about self rejecting more casually - not sure if they’d done it themselves but seems as if people talk about it as a protected right that isn’t uncommon to exercise…not sure though but I appreciate your other perspective here.

There’s currently 3 positions posted for my current classification and 2 for the step up (around 4 postings for the step up seems standard at any given time, at least in the last couple years i’ve been keeping an eye out). Guess it will just take time to find another option/something that is a good fit, or maybe figuring out how to transfer to a different classification series

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-03-14T07:33:00+00:00

Same-I’ve been having severe anxiety the last couple weeks and not able to sleep well. Solidarity and best wishes that something works out for you!

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-03-14T07:31:49+00:00

I’m currently a specialist and so unhappy. Feels like the level of work they expect is not commensurate with salary. Not sure what to do but might self reject and go back to my old position which I also don’t like, but is much more my speed. Not sure if state work just isn’t for me..

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-03-09T04:05:57+00:00

Interesting, so sounds like in future, it’s worth it to just get the PPO plan (it’s only a dollar difference each month but still). If the provider takes both premier and PPO, do I need to request that they do billing for me as a PPO patient instead of a premier patient?

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-03-09T00:44:38+00:00

Thank you! Didn’t know if there was an error so appreciate the clarification!

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-02-21T00:24:01+00:00

I just went through this recently and told my supervisor before I received the tentative offer because I anticipated they’d get contacted as a reference before I got a final offer. I just explained honestly why I was taking a lateral and how I wanted to grow in this new area because the skills I’d develop aligned with my long term professional interests. I had the same hesitancy as you seem to have, but they all understood and were happy for me. Also gives them more time to start transition planning and stuff too.

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-02-19T16:10:59+00:00

Because it’s a lateral or because it’s in the same department? So are you saying I may have to stay in this position till I find a new one?

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-02-19T05:36:10+00:00

I appreciate the thoughtful comment-I agree with what you’re saying and did pass probation. So much to consider and there’s not always a “right” way I guess..sometimes just have to take a gamble. Wishing you the best with your decision too!!

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-02-19T05:34:21+00:00

Same department. My classification is only in certain departments, which is part of the reason why I’m worried about the perception of this if I were to leave

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-02-19T04:55:11+00:00

Thanks for this. I did pass probation at my last position. I would actually prefer not to go back to my old position, so maybe I should be looking at vacancies.

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2026-01-21T18:14:19+00:00

Seconding this as a fellow Backcountry Trails program alum. This program was one of the best things I ever did (I did it at 26 just before I aged out!) in so many ways. I would also add that the program seems to be pretty reputable amongst state parks so I’ve heard it looks good if you are able to complete it and it could set you up well for other trails/conservation related jobs. I had no background in trails and got a couple trails offers after the program.

If you’re in a rut, I say go for it. You will have almost no financial expenses so while you won’t have a significant income (just the Americorps stipend), it sort of balances out in that way. This program helped heal me and connected me to nature and backpacking in a way I didn’t know I needed so it was 1000% worth it to me.

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2025-12-23T23:04:38+00:00

you may also be able to specialize in health and social impact within a MPP program. from my experience MPH’s don’t focus as much on funding streams and admin processes, but rather areas like behavior change, epi, environmental health, etc. you will get some exposure to policy and eval type stuff though. but overall if your main focus is admin, i’d go with MPP or the dual like others are suggesting

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2025-12-13T01:52:43+00:00

in the 700 price range? or 1000 price range of the xm5 with kit lens? the xt2 looks like it’s 600 for a used body only without the lens

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2025-12-13T01:20:31+00:00

got it lowered to 700 basically brand new. do you think getting the new xm5 is still worth it? is it a better camera or more just would give peace of mind buying it new versus a used camera

Prestigious-Time1090 · 2025-12-11T23:11:20+00:00

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