Dumped by an unworthy suitor

[norsegirl]

I've been dumped by my boss. Today they took me aside to meet so they could reallocate me to City Hall. Their given reason: there is no work and Una is desperate for help. And yet, there is a permanent posting online right now for this very position. How exactly do you make an argument for a permanent position while letting go of the temp because there is "no work"???!?!? I'm guessing the real reason is that not being currently in the position will weaken my argument with the union when I apply for the job. And yes, I am going to apply for it because it is permanent, not at all because I want it though. It will be interesting to see if they can block me or if I will get it despite their efforts.

So I'm reallocated to City Hall, where I work doing more interesting and varied things, with nicer people, and with fewer restrictions (as far as I understand I can actually take my breaks when I want to, oooh, what a concept!). On one hand I certainly want this job more, but on the other hand I don't think they can make me permanent, so it's not ideal. Even if it's just a vacation from the other position while the applications are going on, it will be a nice break.

It's funny, I hated the job, I hated the people, I love my new situation, and yet I'm rather disturbed about how it happened. It's kind of like when you're dating a loser, but for whatever reason you're holding on until you find something better, and before you do, they dump you. It's not like you wanted to be with them, it's not like you're really upset to be without them, but damnit, it was YOUR RIGHT to dump their sorry, pathetic ass!!!!

So yeah, I should have been the dumper, not the dumpee and I am angry with them for taking that right from me.

Comments

[bridgeoutahead.livejournal.com]

I have to say that I'm disappointed and dismayed to hear that it sounds like they're not being truthful about you not working in the position. It's far classier and more professional, albeit perhaps harsher, to just say "sorry, it's not working out" rather than the cop-out of "there isn't enough work"

I shake my head at them.

[eve-the-just.livejournal.com]

It is a union, so I'm not sure they're allowed to just say "sorry it's not working out" if the only real problem they have with you is personal and you've been there for 7 months performing the job just fine.

[ya-inga.livejournal.com]

UN-real.

Sorry the loser dumped you first honey (great analogy BTW)

Here's hoping things look up soon!

[eve-the-just.livejournal.com]

Hey, sorry I didn't make it to painting night, things like this keep coming up and I just need to de-stress at home sometimes. Next week should be better.

[ya-inga.livejournal.com]

No worries dear! Hopefully we'll see you Tuesday : )

[snowy-owl30.livejournal.com]

Oh, hon. I'm really sorry to hear about the situation for you out there. You've had a really rough time lately. I wish you were here so we could give you a hug!

However, I would suggest that it's best to just let it go and enjoy your freedom and more pleasant working atmosphere while you can. Heaven forbid they actually accept you in the permanent position...There's little in life that's as bad as a horrible working environment.

Go out and have a drink for me tonight!