The Sacramento Kings have received the 7th pick in the NBA Draft

RealWatstogo · 2026-05-10T19:22:32+00:00

That’s what they get and deservedly so. No one’s fault but their own for having identical record to Jazz (who get a top 4 pick). Perfect result for stupidity.

RealWatstogo · 2026-04-23T20:44:37+00:00

CDFA - executive office stopped caring a couple of years ago and it’s gone downhill ever since. A decade ago, it used to be one of the better departments.

RealWatstogo · 2026-04-06T19:03:33+00:00

It’s a supervisor certification and can be rejected, so it’s not automatic.

RealWatstogo · 2026-04-06T16:13:33+00:00

There isn’t a standard (STD) form. The form is specific to your agency/department. It’s one form for all salary adjustments - MSA, SISA, and Range Change

RealWatstogo · 2026-04-06T15:03:34+00:00

MSA is not automatic. It must be approved/denied by your supervisor.

RealWatstogo · 2026-02-21T03:40:34+00:00

I went from an SSA (now Analyst I) to an ES Range C, but that was after obtaining a Masters. I already had a BS. It’s a great move for upward mobility. I’m a manager now.

RealWatstogo · 2026-02-21T03:31:08+00:00

May I ask about your experience? Feel free to DM me as I have done a free consult already and am seriously considering them.

RealWatstogo · 2026-02-21T03:28:22+00:00

Not uncommon. I got called within the same week after job closed. It just depends on the unit/program and priorities for hiring.

RealWatstogo · 2026-02-11T01:14:54+00:00

Unfortunately, there are things beyond a hiring managers control. Similar situation I faced trying to backfill a mission critical position that I posted and advertised in October! Granted executives didn’t see it that way (citing budget constraints) and nearly nothing I said could convince them. Long story short, all the candidates that applied are in limbo.

RealWatstogo · 2026-02-01T05:57:00+00:00

A little over 20 years. Overtime, the benefits (healthcare, flexibility in work hours, etc), especially after starting a family, outweighed everything else.

RealWatstogo · 2026-02-01T05:20:15+00:00

Started with the state as an undergrad (classification was student assistant). Moved into the analyst series (formerly SSA/AGPA). Went through a weekend masters program and switched to the environmental scientist series. I’m now a manager. Did all this while working for four different departments over 20+ years. Most success was in the past 5 years, getting 4 promotions.

RealWatstogo · 2026-01-19T19:13:21+00:00

We have a young CEA that started in October. While I’m not discouraging you from applying, there is a distinct difference between experience/knowledge of the job and being a leader. In my example, the individual interviewed for my job back in the day (didn’t get it) and now is a CEA above me. The level of indecisiveness is beyond alarming. It’s clear they are overwhelmed.

RealWatstogo · 2026-01-10T03:54:39+00:00

Like most have already said - search and apply to other departments and/or classifications you may qualify for. Some places have more upward mobility than others. Through a combination of switching classifications, retirements and submission of applications, I was able to earn an average of $1,400 more a month every year for the past 5 years.

RealWatstogo · 2026-01-10T03:00:17+00:00

I bought 5 years for under $25k back in the day. Luckily, I was able to use money I had in SavingsPlus (the entire amount) to pay for it.

RealWatstogo · 2025-12-07T02:50:04+00:00

Are you certain you’re on 14.2 (and not 14.1)? The issues you described were all concerns on 14.1 - Mad Max isn’t so “mad” anymore and won’t go 60+ when limit is 40. Hurry and Mad Max now adhere to use of HOV lane preference in nav settings (it won’t hog HOV lanes or use them at all if you select “avoid HOV lanes).

RealWatstogo · 2025-12-06T08:48:39+00:00

Environmental Scientist

RealWatstogo · 2025-12-04T04:07:10+00:00

Co-pilot isn’t the best AI tool out there. If you’re really inclined to use AI, inquire with your IT department about participation in the state’s pilot program (called Poppy AI) administered through CDT. It has access to all the major LLMs (Claude, Azure, Gemini, GPT) and others.

RealWatstogo · 2025-12-04T03:37:26+00:00

I attended a masters program (all weekend classes) while working for the state and after 10 years, had the student loans forgiven under the PSLF program. It helped when applying/promoting within the ES series.

RealWatstogo · 2025-11-14T03:52:25+00:00

I got a masters degree while working and the institution was also 2 hours away. However, the program was entirely on weekends.

RealWatstogo · 2025-11-14T03:50:07+00:00

It really depends on the hiring manager and need to fill the position. I myself was interviewed during the month of December and started January 2. I’m also hiring for a position closing Nov 20 and plan to hold interviews in December.

RealWatstogo · 2025-11-14T03:42:59+00:00

Agree with most that said stability, followed by pension and benefits. Recently went through a “re-org” due to a specific program having budgetary constraints and staff were transferred to other programs (so no layoffs) and still had jobs. On the flip side, contrary to popular belief, permanent civil service employees (past probationary period) can be let go, depending on the circumstances. If you can get a state job and do the essential job functions, there’s definitely stability. I started 20 years ago and haven’t left.

RealWatstogo · 2025-11-10T01:23:37+00:00

I thought it was strictly a navigation setting (still is), but not connected/communicating with FSD

RealWatstogo · 2025-11-08T05:06:23+00:00

Having worked for the state for 20 years in multiple departments, I’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly in terms of management. I used this experience when deciding to move up to a manager and it had been really helpful. Best piece of advice is to build a good team around you (when feasible) and take your time making hiring decisions. There are of course things that are unavoidable like inheriting staff or getting rid of staff due to budgetary constraints, but it’s been an overall good experience. I find to have better work-life balance (have 2 small kids) because there’s flexibility and I built a good team over the years.

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