city of redwood city Reviews

Current Employee – been working at city of redwood city full-time for more than 10 years

Pros – Great people, forward thinking, innovative and always looking to improve.

Cons – Job turnover is low so not a lot of chance for advancement. Budget climate means for lack of raises over very long periods of time and more payment into benefits not coinciding with the cost of living. Not unique to Redwood City, and common for government agencies.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

Former Employee – worked at city of redwood city full-time for more than 3 years

Pros – Good environment, progressive management, positive attitudes all around

Cons – Can't think of any bad stuff!

Advice to Senior Management – Can't think of anything negative

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Former Employee – worked at city of redwood city

Pros – The line managers and support staff are good. Overall, benefits are very good. Salaries lower than commensurate-level private sector jobs, but that's to be expected.

Cons – Some department heads are not as invested in outcomes & day-to-day workings of their departments as they should be, given that it's a reasonably small organization. Upper level management is about 50% -- some are "working" department heads and know their divisions well, others rely too heavily on line staff.

Advice to Senior Management – Yes, you have to play politics -- it's part of working at a small City Hall. At the same time, you need to consider appropriate Customer Service for your citizens -- and professional growth for your staff. More work is needed on both counts.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend