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DOGE took my job. AMA
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:50 pm
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:50 pm
Been debating all day about posting this, but figured what the hell.
For the past 12 years I've been a contract web developer at the CDC. Worked in the same community health program the whole time, working for multiple private companies that won the contract over that time frame. I was responsible for managing a roughly 800 page website. Our contract also included comms, admin, and health science support.
As a contractor I was not afforded the job protections that FTEs get, nor was I given back pay for any of the times the government was shut down and workers furloughed.
Got a call last night after dinner saying that the contract had been rescoped and that my job was no longer funded. The descoping took out about 60% of the staff on the contract.
It sucks, but I'm not bitter about it. I am still a proud Trump supporter. I think my biggest thing is, if all of this government fraud and waste had been curtailed many years ago (or never allowed to happen in the first place) we wouldn't be in this situation.
For the past 12 years I've been a contract web developer at the CDC. Worked in the same community health program the whole time, working for multiple private companies that won the contract over that time frame. I was responsible for managing a roughly 800 page website. Our contract also included comms, admin, and health science support.
As a contractor I was not afforded the job protections that FTEs get, nor was I given back pay for any of the times the government was shut down and workers furloughed.
Got a call last night after dinner saying that the contract had been rescoped and that my job was no longer funded. The descoping took out about 60% of the staff on the contract.
It sucks, but I'm not bitter about it. I am still a proud Trump supporter. I think my biggest thing is, if all of this government fraud and waste had been curtailed many years ago (or never allowed to happen in the first place) we wouldn't be in this situation.
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Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:52 pm to PJinAtl
Sorry bro. Best of luck to you in the job hunt.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:52 pm to PJinAtl
Sorry to hear and hope you bounce back
I would tell you to "learn to code" but I think you have that part covered
That's what Elon does. Makes things run more efficiently.
I would tell you to "learn to code" but I think you have that part covered
quote:
The descoping took out about 60% of the staff on the contract.
That's what Elon does. Makes things run more efficiently.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:52 pm to PJinAtl
Sorry you lost your job baw. You'll land on your feet with that experience 
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:53 pm to PJinAtl
If you did good work, hold fast. It's not like they are going to let things degrade. This is a weed wack before replant.
But with what you do, you will probably have plenty of prospects.
But with what you do, you will probably have plenty of prospects.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:53 pm to PJinAtl
Sounds like you have a viable skillset that will add value in the private sector.
You’ll land on your feet with something better.
You’ll land on your feet with something better.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:53 pm to PJinAtl
Sorry you lost your job man. There will be lots of stories out there like this. Sucks. Unfortunately, it had to be done at some point.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:53 pm to PJinAtl
Sorry to hear about your job. You have a good outlook on it all, and I'm sure you will find another contract or job soon. I'll be praying for you to do so..
100% True. This has been going on for a long, long time..
quote:
if all of this government fraud and waste had been curtailed many years ago (or never allowed to happen in the first place) we wouldn't be in this situation.
100% True. This has been going on for a long, long time..
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:53 pm to PJinAtl
Hopefully you get a job in the private sector soon.
Ultimately, you experienced what hundreds of thousands of Americans experience every month. Layoffs are a fact of life
I appreciate that you aren’t complaining. You’ll be fine.
Ultimately, you experienced what hundreds of thousands of Americans experience every month. Layoffs are a fact of life
I appreciate that you aren’t complaining. You’ll be fine.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:53 pm to PJinAtl
Sorry to hear. Keep your head up and eyes open. I'm sure a better opportunity will come along.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:54 pm to PJinAtl
Hate to hear that, but with your experience and attitude I fully expect you bounce back better than ever! I’m sure you’ll be back soon bragging about your new better job.
Your attitude is different than most and it seems like you actually got shite done. The ones that are upset are the ones that milked the teet of a government job.
Good luck and God speed, brother!
Your attitude is different than most and it seems like you actually got shite done. The ones that are upset are the ones that milked the teet of a government job.
Good luck and God speed, brother!
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:54 pm to PJinAtl
If you were overseeing an 800 page website, pretty sure you’ll have no prob finding a new and similar gig.
I feel for you though and hope you land on your feet soon
I feel for you though and hope you land on your feet soon
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:55 pm to PJinAtl
Sorry to hear that man, and I hope you bounce back quickly. You being positive about it says enough. Good luck to you.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:55 pm to PJinAtl
That sucks man! I’m sorry for you.
There is certainly a down side to the cutting in that there are lots of people who will feel the sting.
Unfortunately that is part of life in the private sector as well and I can tell you I lost a high six figure job and equity partnership in our lab when CMS dropped their reimbursements on some testing my company did so only the two biggest labs could compete.
Government give and government taketh away.
I pray you find something quick!
There is certainly a down side to the cutting in that there are lots of people who will feel the sting.
Unfortunately that is part of life in the private sector as well and I can tell you I lost a high six figure job and equity partnership in our lab when CMS dropped their reimbursements on some testing my company did so only the two biggest labs could compete.
Government give and government taketh away.
I pray you find something quick!
Posted on 2/13/25 at 5:58 pm to PJinAtl
Hang in there.
I've been both public and private (currently).
I can tell you that in the everyone in the private sector worries about losing their jobs at any moment. In the public side, it doesn't cross many minds.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 6:00 pm to PJinAtl
quote:
The descoping took out about 60% of the staff on the contract.
From my experience working with the feds (LEAs and base workers), I always felt like they could be cut about that amount and accomplish the same mission. I wonder if that’s pretty much the trend across the board with all federal agencies?
With that said, I pray things will fall back in place quickly for you. Your attitude about the situation says a lot about your character and I’m sure there are plenty of employers that would be fortunate to have you.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 6:01 pm to PJinAtl
Good luck and as retired govt. contractor myself I understand how hard it is to leave that world with all it's perks, for the "real world",
Good news is the "real world" work experience has a good shot at improving.
Good news is the "real world" work experience has a good shot at improving.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 6:05 pm to PJinAtl
quote:That's the spirit... and why I know you won't be looking long. BTW, if in Atlanta, the power company is hiring. Great company, benefits and stability.
It sucks, but I'm not bitter about it. I am still a proud Trump supporter. I think my biggest thing is, if all of this government fraud and waste had been curtailed many years ago (or never allowed to happen in the first place) we wouldn't be in this situation.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 6:06 pm to PJinAtl
A serious question for you, respectfully:
taking all politics out of this....
1. do you think that you deserved to lose your job?
2. do you think that your job position was needed and served a purpose?
Thanks in advance for your honesty.
taking all politics out of this....
1. do you think that you deserved to lose your job?
2. do you think that your job position was needed and served a purpose?
Thanks in advance for your honesty.
Posted on 2/13/25 at 6:09 pm to PJinAtl
Learn to code, oops 
Best of luck to you and web dev is still a lucrative. You will find something pretty quick, lots of remote jobs out there to as well.
Best of luck to you and web dev is still a lucrative. You will find something pretty quick, lots of remote jobs out there to as well.
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