American Public University System Employee Reviews about "work life balance"

Pros

The people on the teams are great and helpful. Work/life balance is great (depending on team)

Cons

Salary is lacking Leadership does not communicate with staff Employees are more of an afterthought than valued

Pros

Impressive work environment with caring and knowledgeable management. Respectful of work/life balance, and able to impact the lives of others.

Cons

Cons can exist on a case by case basis. Tele-working opportunities, if applicable, should be considered after some research and consideration.

Pros

I loved the people I worked with. Everyone seemed so down to earth. Some of the higher ups were snobs but you get that everywhere. The working environment was neat and clean. Most of the buildings are brand new and since APUS owns most of the town, it is very enjoyable to leave the car behind and walk the pleasant main streets of Charles Town to get from building to building.

Cons

Ultimately with all of the cut backs and with the hiring freeze, the job became way to much for the pay. Like another review said, the work life balance became less of a balance and more of a demand. With a laptop, a hot spot and a blackberry, I was often being asked to work outside of my working hours. With all of the equipment coming home with you every night it's hard to make an excuse you missed an email or a phone call. With a family of 5 and doing 60 hours a week I had to give it up and move on.

Pros

Good program directors and faculty directors. Some of the best students--many are in the military and have good work ethics and are respectful. Flexible, work-at-home schedule. If you do your work well, you are not micromanaged and you are trusted. Decent benefits. Tuition is free or reduced for employees.

Cons

No room for advancement, lower than average pay, and no pay raises. Vacation is required to be taken all in one month and scheduled a year in advance. Work/life balance can be hard because there are basically no weekends off.

Pros

- Work from home - 'Free' education when taking courses through APUS - Work/life balance is pretty good - Most managers are flexible

Cons

- Salary is low - Leadership is not communicative

Pros

Remote work options, friendly work environment, learning environment. Encourages work/life balance. Nice benefits for employees and current technologies used to support students and employees/staff. Opportunities to take classes, get degrees and other educational training.

Cons

Communication can be inconsistent organizational wide. Not always aware of job opportunities internally

Pros

Very supportive work culture. Valued professional development, as it related to position. Free tuition. Good work/life balance.

Cons

Lower salary compared to similar institutions

Pros

Family environment Remote work available Free education for employees and tuition discount for spouses and dependents Work life balance Birthday/Anniversary appreciation

Cons

Pay does not match experience or education level Minimal pay increase/lack of bonuses for performance each year Minimal advancement opportunities Lack of transparency and openness with employees

Pros

APUS has an incredible work life balance. Most employees work a primarily telework schedule. The company doesn't have a big budget for the extras, but they do try to make their employees feel appreciated in any way that they are able. The HR department is on point! They are always looking for ways to strengthen their workforce.

Cons

The company is in a downward spiral. Each year more and more layoffs are made. While the employees love working at APUS, that doesn't pay the bills and more resignations are occurring due to compensation just not being competitive.

Pros

Thoughtful new leadership with exciting vision and genuine care for employees. Teams work together to achieve goals and always consider students first. Total rewards focus and continuous improvement have been top of mind.

Cons

Work life balance though many times self-imposed.