Justthethingsthatyoudointhisgarden ·
09/07/2025 16:35
Not sure whether my boss has handled this properly...
Work in the public sector, I am in Department A, which works closely with Dept B. Indeed some staff work hours in each department. The roles are similar, both admin with some contact with the public. The work in A is more stressful, less flexible and more hours.
Due to a combination of maternity leave and staff progression, our department were invited to apply for the vacancies in Dept B. I immediately contacted the boss by email, following up with initiating a chat to say, yes, I would really like to be considered. Was told they would be in touch. Heard nothing else, until a few weeks later when I heard on the grapevine that they had simply restructured the department and given additional hours to the existing staff.
About six weeks later, we were asked again if we would be interested in moving departments. Again I responded immediately. I didn't receive an acknowledgement, again they restructured.
I am really fed up with this situation as I am overqualified for both roles, have years of relevant experience and work incredibly hard in the job I do. I know I am well thought of and had a great assessment from this manager at the end of last year.
I suppose what I'm asking is that in these circumstances, when a manager asks for the names of interested parties, surely these people should be considered? To not even get an acknowledgement seems rude and disrespectful. It all seems underhand and unprofessional.