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Department of Justice and Community Safety Employee Review

Toxic, sycophantic management

Public Information Support Officer (Former Employee) - Victoria - 10 August 2023

Shift work, while taxing on the body and social life, was rewarded handsomely with generous penalties. Work expectations, however fell outside standard pay rates, and some staff were expected to perform the same tasks as coworkers who were paid significantly more pro rata. When this was questioned, the offending worker was 'moved on'.

Pros

Generous penalty rates.

Cons

Toxic self-serving management. Bullying. 'Mateship' culture.

Ratings by category

3.0 out of 5 stars for Work/Life Balance

3.0 out of 5 stars for Salary/Benefits

1.0 out of 5 stars for Job Security/Advancement

1.0 out of 5 stars for Management

3.0 out of 5 stars for Culture

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