[Mike Lansky]

Hi All,

I'm seriously considering moving to the Villages. My career in Government has become too stressful, and i've come to the realization that it's just not worth the risk to my health. Time to make a change. I've been checking out the Villages from a far for years. I still need to work, so im wondering, generally speaking, how is the job market in and around the Villages? Are there many opportunities (other than construction)?

Thanks in advance!

[thelegges]

Teaching, medical, sales associate. The developer has lots of positions open.

Pay seem low here for us, that’s why once retired, and other is a traveler. But if you are just looking for supplement income you could do well

[MrFlorida]

Almost every business has a " Help Wanted " sign, no problem if you want employment here.

[Mike Lansky]

Originally Posted by thelegges

Teaching, medical, sales associate. The developer has lots of positions open.

Pay seem low here for us, that’s why once retired, and other is a traveler. But if you are just looking for supplement income you could do well

Thank you for your reply. I would be interested in full time income. I wouldn't be expecting anywhere near my current income, but would need a "livable wage" until I'm ready to retire (I'm 53, probably retire at 60 or 62).

[Mike Lansky]

Originally Posted by MrFlorida

Almost every business has a " Help Wanted " sign, no problem if you want employment here.

Thats good to know, thank you.

[JSR22]

Originally Posted by Mike Lansky

Hi All,

I'm seriously considering moving to the Villages. My career in Government has become too stressful, and i've come to the realization that it's just not worth the risk to my health. Time to make a change. I've been checking out the Villages from a far for years. I still need to work, so im wondering, generally speaking, how is the job market in and around the Villages? Are there many opportunities (other than construction)?

Thanks in advance!

There are many job openings, but the salaries are not good. I highly suggest you check jobs available and see what salary is offered.

[PugMom]

depends on the kind of work you are looking for. the health field is wide open now, & with a degree you'd be able to earn more. shops & restaurants are always looking. idk if it would pay close to your Govt. job, but it is work in a place with very easy living. just entering the Villages will reduce your stress by 10fold. despite the naysayers, it IS the friendliest place, -99% of us are so happy to even be here. we welcome you!!!

[Stu from NYC]

Lots of openings in retail almost all businesses looking for people.

[Babubhat]

The Villages - Florida's Friendliest Active Adult 55+ Retirement Community

Job postings

[villagetinker]

OP, you will also need to consider if you are willing to travel, Ocala, Leesburg, etc. You can check the local newspapers on line for help wanted. If you are a handyman, there always seems to be a need for them.

[pauld315]

Originally Posted by Mike Lansky

Thank you for your reply. I would be interested in full time income. I wouldn't be expecting anywhere near my current income, but would need a "livable wage" until I'm ready to retire (I'm 53, probably retire at 60 or 62).

I don't know what you think a "livable wage" but unless you have some kind of special skill (CPA, Doctor, Lawyer etc) you will only make between 10 and 14 dollars per hour here for the majority of jobs. And, that is higher than a few years ago when it was between 8 and 10 dollars per hour.

[pauld315]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

OP, you will also need to consider if you are willing to travel, Ocala, Leesburg, etc. You can check the local newspapers on line for help wanted. If you are a handyman, there always seems to be a need for them.

Nobody uses the newspapers anymore to advertise jobs. Use something like Monster.com, Indeed and countless other websites to see what is available in this area

[BlueStarAirlines]

Originally Posted by Mike Lansky

Hi All,

I'm seriously considering moving to the Villages. My career in Government has become too stressful, and i've come to the realization that it's just not worth the risk to my health.

I'm in the Govt too, so my first question is it Govt work or just your job? Its an important distinction because if its just your job there are tons of remote jobs out there. I was in the DC rat race and switched my position to remote and moved to TV. I took a hit on the locality part of my pay, but my quality of life and stress is way low. I still have ~5 years until retirement, but I honestly may go for 7 years since its working out so well.

I looked into jobs around TV and its pretty depressing. As an example, a cybersecurity engineer TV had an opening for was paying $46-$49k where here in DC the pay would be $130k. Even jobs such as a security guard seem to make $6-$8 less an hour than around TV. I can't honestly say if its the location or what, but the pay gets better down near Tampa.

If your a Fed and want some pointers feel free to DM me and I can point you in the right direction (sorry-don't know anything about state jobs). I don't think I would move to TV unless you had a good paying job as there is none here. You can always find a job, but you'll be working long hours just to scrape by. In my opinion, thats not the kind of life you want.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by pauld315

I don't know what you think a "livable wage" but unless you have some kind of special skill (CPA, Doctor, Lawyer etc) you will only make between 10 and 14 dollars per hour here for the majority of jobs. And, that is higher than a few years ago when it was between 8 and 10 dollars per hour.

That's only partially true, the jobs paying $10/14 per hour are there because no one want's them and they cannot fill the positions at that rate. There are tons of jobs here that are paying between $15/20 per hour and higher depending on your background and those employers are able to fill the positions.

[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by Mike Lansky

Hi All,

I'm seriously considering moving to the Villages. My career in Government has become too stressful, and i've come to the realization that it's just not worth the risk to my health. Time to make a change. I've been checking out the Villages from a far for years. I still need to work, so im wondering, generally speaking, how is the job market in and around the Villages? Are there many opportunities (other than construction)?

Thanks in advance!

Exactly what is your background in working for the government??? What kind of work are you doing?

That would help others respond to you and be more helpful in possibly steering you in the right direction.