The US Federal government is hiring even during this recession. The average wage being paid is $75,419, while in the private sector wages
It’s A Good Time To Work For Uncle Sam
President Obama’s call last year for “shared sacrifice” doesn’t extend to federal employees, at least based on the details of his administration’s 2010 budget released this week.
At a time when the official unemployment rate is nearing double digits, and 6.35 million people are receiving unemployment benefits, the U.S. government is on a hiring binge.
Although I am a fan of high wages, this development isn’t good. If the government becomes a viable option of employment with good wages, all of the talented people will go there. This will lead to a weak private sector and more powers in the hand of government.
Tags: Federal Government, Jobs
