IRS Reviews

Pros

I like the fact that the IRS stresses work-life balance. Also, with the benefit of working flexi-place and flexi-tours, this helps to achive this balance.

Cons

Promotions can be difficult to achive depending on the area in shich you work . I think the level of educational support and training could be improved greatly, especially for those in the IT field.

Advice to Senior Management

Help your employees by making it a pleasant place to work. Treat your employees with repsect and they will work hard for you.

Pros

worked 4 tens, 3 day weekends are a big plus, work was indoors in ac and heat in the winter, weight room on breaks, great benefits, stable employment, never subject to a layoff.

Cons

stagnate environment,, endlessly slow, watch the clock type work, a funeral home would be more exciting, would not suggest A types apply

Advice to Senior Management

None at this time.

Pros

Fllex time is great. Lots of training. Benefits are outstanding.
There are very few critical issues that cannot be fixed.

Cons

Outdated. Overworked. Males get preference for high positions

Advice to Senior Management

Respect input from non managers

Pros

Worklife balance, numerous learning opportunities (if you seek them out), respectful colleagues (for the most part), diverse workforce

Cons

If you're younger, don't expect to advance quickly; management not the brightest but schmooziest or who's been there the longest; many employees satisfied retiring in place

Advice to Senior Management

If you spot talent, cultivate it. Understand that leadership comes in many forms, not just extroversion or experience. Don't use tight budgets or the fact that people will stay because they don't have other career options as excuses to stop engaging employees or not offer them career advancement opportunities. Encourage creativity.

Pros

Flexible work schedule
Easy work
Easy to standout with little effort

Cons

Incompetent management
Low morale
Clock in, clock out environment - not judged by performance
Technology is behind the times

Advice to Senior Management

Be more supportive of the staff's career development. Treat positions as if they are a career position versus just a job.

Pros

Work life balance is very good. The benefits are decent, and it's easy to take time off when you want.

Cons

The atmosphere is not enjoyable. My co-workers are significantly less professional than when I worked in the private sector. Management has very little respect for employees, and often less education.

Advice to Senior Management

The IRS needs to find ways to recognize its employees that work hard and are prove day in and day out that they are worth keeping.

Pros

there is opportunity for advancement for those that put in extra effort

Cons

a lot to learn in a short period of time

Advice to Senior Management

on the job training combined with classroom training is complementary

Pros

The benefits are good, the lifestyle is laid back. Good job security. Easy work overall.

Cons

Management is incompetent, promotions based more on length of service, not merit.

Advice to Senior Management

Improve your mid-level management training and let managers on the front line manage their employees without upper-level management intrusion.

Pros

good benefits, flexible work schedule.

Cons

Low pay, I acutally have a second part time job. No tuittion assitance for the 2012 fiscal year. Managers do not have vision, lack of support program for secretaries.

Advice to Senior Management

Develope a younger work force and increase pay.

Pros

Very disability and veteran friendly. Older worker's welcome. 2/3 of people in my unit are over 50. Great health benefits at low individual cost. Medical people smile when they see my insurance card. Many ergonomic considerations, they want you to be comfortable in your working environment and will go the extra mile to help you. Salary slightly better than comparable work I was able to obtain in Nov 2010 after 25 job applications. Wonderful training and probation period. Easy access to Union representatives. Pretty good cafeteria. Nice break areas.Team building enthusiasm.A degree is not required for my position, which is close to the bottom rung, but I have been treated with respect by all managers, including middle or senior managers I might meet. Retirement benefits after just a few years if you are over 50. Work is not hard, if you pay attention. You can take your breaks whenever you want, and there are flexible shift schedules. Lots of little parties and good things to eat. Advancement is very possible into jobs that are perfect for you.

Cons

Too much focus on trouble makers and complainers at times. Can be boring and repetitious, but you are allowed to wear headphones and listen to music and talk to nearby workers. Also, getting help with benefit forms and information can be a challenge at times

Advice to Senior Management

Have a human resources office at each campus with a representative to provide and help with all those forms.