Today, I was told that I have to apply to keep the job that I've held for the past two years. There are so many other applicants that it's basically a free-for-all. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I discovered that I needed to reapply for my job in order to have a chance at keeping it. The applications closed yesterday. FML
Today, I received a letter telling me I'm not qualified for a job I've been unofficially doing for the last three years. It's the fourth letter I've gotten since applying. I guess it wouldn't be too bad if I didn't have to train the new person who got the job instead of me. FML
Today, after interviewing for a promotion to a position that was created with me in mind, I eagerly accepted a call from my boss, expecting good news. Turns out, they found a better applicant, who they don't believe will need support from the position I currently hold, so it's being eliminated. FML
Today, I got notice that I didn't get the new position I applied for at work. After two interviews, pay negotiation and paperwork, as well as years of giving this place all my time, I found out my boss gave it to his friend's daughter, who has no experience or credentials needed for the position. FML
Today, after applying for a promotion to a position which I've been working my ass off for two years to get, my managers thought it would be appropriate to discuss other applicants in front of me, even asking me to compare my resume with theirs to see the "caliber" of what I'm up against. FML
Today, I was told that I don't meet the minimum requirements for a job I applied for. I currently hold the same job, at the same facility, but just wanted a day shift. Apparently I'm not qualified for the job I've had for 2 and a half years. FML
Today, I went to start my new job, only to find out that the guy who hired me had no permission to do so. I had to fill out another application, and complete another interview and I still might not get the damn job. FML
Today, I found out that the reason I didn't get the job that I have been working my butt off for over a year for is because they can't find anybody who can do my current job as good as me. I'm too good to be promoted. FML
Today, a month after getting a big promotion, I found out that I'm stuck with my old job. No one wants to take my old position, so they are vacating my new one and will post it, because, "This one is more desirable, and your's is shit." FML
Today, I found out I didn't get the promotion I applied for. Then I was told I was the only one who applied for the job. FML
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Top comments
untouchable763 10
That's bullshit. I know the economy is bad right now but if you had the job already you shouldn't have to reapply.
lickastick 27
At least you have the most experience!
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Comments (58)
lickastick 27
At least you have the most experience!
ottokat 15
Yes, maybe they'll rehire you on the basis of you already knowing how to do your job. Or maybe this is a sign that you're doing something wrong. That's a really stressful situation, OP. Maybe you should look into other employment options to minimize the amount of time you'll spend jobless should you not be rehired.
Jjimen1654 9
Ottokat why do you always write such long comments?
erockinthesuburb 17
Cats have a lot of free time on their hands.
ottokat 15
Hey Jjimen, who cares?
denden_mushi 11
I would agree, but most of the time it's cheaper for the company to get new people at lower wages then to keep the knowledgeable ones who cost a bit extra.
gidgiddonihah 11
Anyone smell bacon? Haha sorry, old FML reference.
gidgiddonihah 11
Oh dear. For some reason the app posted in the wrong FML. Sorry guys!
Uhscanherdarklee 10
I agree with 37 and they can usually get away with not giving them all them benefits long time employees have usually earned/accumulated.
jedorr07 5
hey jjimen, why do all of your comments get voted down? :P
Wakachulak 22
I've seen this shit before. They're trying to cut OP's pay in an underhanded way. Flick them off and find a new job, they're not worth your time.
untouchable763 10
That's bullshit. I know the economy is bad right now but if you had the job already you shouldn't have to reapply.
DerrickJames 33
I don't know OP's situation but if they're under new management then sometimes they're forced to. There can be many reasons as to why he has to, no need to be angry.
K410 18
Or they basically laid him off but was nice enough to give him another chance. Still unfair though.
meggieeee92 15
Is is even legal for them to do this? Seems unfair since OP has already held the job for two years.
ChunkyFelix 7
OP could be a contract worker... I've worked at Boeing for 6 months but I don't actually work for Boeing. I have to apply for the position I've been holding when they finally hire someone as "my" boss (which could be another 6 months or more). Perfectly legal, though.
alexwow1 13
Oh wow must suck knowing that you have worked there for 2 years
misspulkadot24 17
I don't think that's why this was an FML...
lwonderful 11
That's complete bullshit. I'd talk to your boss about this
cynical78 15
Who do you think is pushing it? Odds are its not the OP
MrConcise 35
This is pretty common. Do you happen to work for the WWE? If so, don't forget to bring a folding chair to the interview. It might be a literal free-for-all.
Sora_McKain 36
...Or a ladder, or a lead pipe, or a sledge hammer, or a wood table, or head, or an urn, or a baseball by wrapped in barbed wire.....ahh the good old days.
emeraldisle 30
That's the stupidest thing I've ever heard. You already have the job. Why the hell are others even applying for it?
RedPillSucks 33
Because the company is probably downsizing. What they want to do is go through all the updated resumes and weed out the people that they feel are closer to the bottom of the barrel, skill wise. This is, unfortunately, a common practice in todays economy.
ballbearing 10
My company did that when they had to reapply for a contract with the government. We all had to reapply and accept reduced wages. It sucks but isn't uncommon
icepick23 12
You're in Congress?
birdfreak 24
But you have experience with the company, since you work there? :p
PterodactylMan 23
I believe you've been screwed by the system my friend
brainymes 30
We'll be cheering for you OP! Sorry the douchebags at your work are making you do this.