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    University of Washington Reviews

    Updated June 14, 2018
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    • "Bad management, no work-life balance, extremely low paying" (in 20 reviews)

    • "nothing really, a pretty standart part time job" (in 30 reviews)

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    1. "University of Washignton"

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      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee

      I have been working at University of Washington full-time

      Pros

      great place to work in Seattle

      Cons

      Big organization with lots of opportunties

    2. "Director"

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      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee in Seattle, WA
      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee in Seattle, WA
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at University of Washington full-time (More than 3 years)

      Pros

      There are a lot of great people that work at the University of Washington. The mission and purpose of the organization is inspiring, and the University itself is a world-class institution.

      Cons

      The traffic all around the University of Washington campus makes commuting a challenge at times, and parking can be quite costly.

      Advice to Management

      Keep up the great work balancing the challenge of keeping such a diverse institution progressing and improving. Embrace the transformations the future bring.

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    3. "Ticket Office Assistant"

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      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee

      I worked at University of Washington part-time

      Pros

      Flexible Hours, a lot of events to work

      Cons

      Not really many cons. It's was a good start to get into my career.

    4. "Good place to jumpstart you healthcare career"

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      Current Employee - Critical Care Nurse Practitioner in Seattle, WA
      Current Employee - Critical Care Nurse Practitioner in Seattle, WA
      Recommends
      Neutral Outlook

      I have been working at University of Washington full-time (More than 3 years)

      Pros

      Great culture and values. Love people whom I work with. Very stimulating and motivating work environment. A great place to jumpstart my healthcare career.

      Cons

      Constantly working with different levels of trainees and providers can be interesting and yet overwhelming.

    5. "Carlson Center Student Position"

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      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee

      I worked at University of Washington part-time

      Pros

      Loved working with the team at the Carlson Center - very committed to justice and equity work, creative, and supportive of student leadership development.

      Cons

      I do not have any constructive criticism to share.

    6. "Great place to work for students"

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      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook

      I worked at University of Washington part-time

      Pros

      flexible hours, kind management, simple tasks

      Cons

      not much busy work to be done.

    7. "Student Dining Staff"

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      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee

      I worked at University of Washington part-time

      Pros

      Really friendly staff to work with

      Cons

      Really hot conditions during Spring

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      "Research Coordinator II"

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      Current Employee - Senior Project Manager and Practice Coach in Seattle, WA
      Current Employee - Senior Project Manager and Practice Coach in Seattle, WA
      Doesn't Recommend
      Negative Outlook
      No opinion of CEO

      I have been working at University of Washington full-time (More than 5 years)

      Pros

      Great benefits, prestigious institution, research-oriented

      Cons

      Non-competitive salary, limited advancement opportunities

      Advice to Management

      Provide more opportunities to innovate

    9. "Great benefits"

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      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at University of Washington full-time

      Pros

      Generous vacation, access to 457, great co-workers, employee match without vesting

      Cons

      High cost of living area, expensive parking

      Advice to Management

      Transit pass included and/or perks and incentives for biking or using transit

    10. "Great Mission and People"

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      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee in Seattle, WA
      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee in Seattle, WA
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Disapproves of CEO

      I have been working at University of Washington full-time (More than 3 years)

      Pros

      The people are great to work with and facilitating student's education make this a great place to work.

      Cons

      Pay lags behind inflation and cost of living with each year. Some systems and policies need to be updated.

      Advice to Management

      Growth in the number of students attending and capital improvements to support that goal are great, but invest in your people and their wages too.

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