Career Link- Irvine Unified School District

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concerns and those of my fellow colleagues regarding the current work environment at Career Link. As dedicated employees, we take great pride in our roles within the educational system, and it is with a heavy heart that we bring these issues to your attention. Over the past few months, it has become increasingly evident that the work environment at Career Link has become unfair and burdensome due to excessive micromanagement, lack of consistency and clarity in instructions, no formal trainings and expectations provided to us. We are often given directives on how to approach our work, only to have them changed frequently without proper explanation. This micromanagement not only stifles our ability to perform our duties effectively but also has led to a significant number of talented and committed individuals leaving their positions within the Career Link department. One of the primary concerns is the lack of trust and autonomy given to employees to carry out their responsibilities. The constant monitoring and criticizing of our work have created a stressful and demoralizing atmosphere, which is detrimental to both our well-being and our ability to provide quality counseling to the students. The impact on morale is reflected in the increasing turnover rate, and it is disheartening to witness the departure of skilled professionals who once contributed significantly to the success of students in the Career Link program. We understand the importance of accountability and maintaining high standards within the educational system. However, the current approach to management is counterproductive and has resulted in a culture of fear and frustration among the staff. This level of micromanaging is causing staff to not have time left from the paperwork to have good quality counseling sessions with students. We, the undersigned, kindly request the school union's intervention to address these issues and advocate for a more supportive and empowering work environment. Where the supervisor is not micromanaging and having more trust in their employees. We believe that a collaborative effort between the union and the school administration can bring about positive change and foster a workplace that values the dedication and expertise of its employees at Career Link. We have had employees reach out to HR in the Irvine Unified School District. However there seems to not be enough done, as employees keep leaving. Our hope is that through open communication, mediation, and thoughtful consideration of the concerns raised, we can collectively work towards creating a healthier and more productive environment for staff. Staff who can stay longer period of time without fearing that their work may be criticized, there will be more consistency and allow staff to voice their opinions with fear of what they say being constantly shutdown and or not considered. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. We look forward to a positive resolution that will benefit not only the employees but also allow more time with students instead of sitting in front of screen doing paperwork.