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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here.  Additional factors I should have mentioned:
This is in the DC government.  Not exactly an "up or out" environment.  Employees have job security, and managers are at-will (can be fired for no reason).  [b]I would report to someone who is extremely difficult to work with[/b].[/quote]

Regardless of the hours, reporting to a nightmare boss isn't worth an extra $10K.  Frankly, I don't think the extra hours are worth the extra $10K either.  Your toddler won't be a toddler forever and you can always try to climb the career ladder later, when he's older and you feel ready.  It's obvious your heart isn't in it now, so don't beat yourself up for staying on the mommy track at this point in your life.

FWIW, I've been in a job that sounds similar to yours except it's with the fed for the last 8 years.  Any promotions would equal more hours and more bureaucratic details to deal (which I hate) for a minimal amount of extra pay.  When you factor in the taxes and extra child care, it would probably equal less pay.  I've beat myself up so many times over not feeling like I was living up to my potential and being ambitious enough, however, in my heart, I know I made the right decision for myself and my family.  [/quote]

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