The job description is not 100% transparent with job candidates. For example, there is a 24-hour on-call schedule within the IT department that applies to both current and future employees. The schedule requires employees to be on-call from Friday at 7 PM MST through the following Friday at 6 AM MST. During this time, employees are compensated only for the time spent answering incoming calls, not for their availability. Additionally, employees may be required to return to work after each on-call day, despite the demanding 24/7 schedule, which can lead to burnout and negatively impact work-life balance.
Furthermore, employees may be given the opportunity to volunteer for OCONUS (outside continental U.S.) travel. While this can be a valuable experience, it comes with significant challenges. Be prepared for long hours and potential health risks, as traveling OCONUS for business or leisure can expose employees to illness and other unforeseen circumstances.