Pros
Overall working environment is good. On an average working day, there is very little stress and the work culture is very casual. It is an ideal place for employees with children, as there is a great degree of flexibility in working schedules. There is paid time off, full health and dental benefits, a short-term disability program, and some flex-time for disaster operations. There is also an employer matching 401k plan, tuition assistance, and mental health counseling. Employees are able to carry over 10 days of unused vacation time, which many employees seem to favor. All major holidays are recognized, and employees can often expect to be released early the day prior.
Cons
On an individual chapter basis, there is very little room for growth in any division. Promotions are usually only available when a member leaves, and horizontal transitions are highly unlikely. For a young professional seeking growth opportunities, he/she would have to be comfortable waiting for a space to open -which could be several months or several years. There is mandatory overtime for all staff in times of disaster and caring for loved ones is usually not an option right away. There is very little training and development, and in order to be promoted into management, new employees must be degreed in that area. Vertical transitions are usually favored for tenured employees.
