This is primarily about government work conditions, but comments about other work is also appreciated.
Does the government try to take advantage of every one of its employees or is my GF simply an unlucky one?
Despite having a contract that clearly states her hours (8am-5pm) and salary, she rarely is allowed to leave work before 6 pm and often will work until 7pm. In addition there have been many weekends where she was required to work Saturday (either half or full day). And if that wasn't bad enough she occasionally has to attend seminars in the evenings.
All of the extra hours are unpaid of course.
I'm curious to know if this is normal in DR and if it is, why so?
Does the government try to take advantage of every one of its employees or is my GF simply an unlucky one?
Despite having a contract that clearly states her hours (8am-5pm) and salary, she rarely is allowed to leave work before 6 pm and often will work until 7pm. In addition there have been many weekends where she was required to work Saturday (either half or full day). And if that wasn't bad enough she occasionally has to attend seminars in the evenings.
All of the extra hours are unpaid of course.
I'm curious to know if this is normal in DR and if it is, why so?