Options

So, the job search is going much better now. In terms of finding a second job, at least. I haven't received any offers for professional jobs that match my career goals yet - though that isn't entirely unexpected. I had an interview today with the GM of the Super 8 Lincoln Park, and I have an interview with the owner tomorrow. I also received an email from someone at the Quality Inn Livonia, and I plan on calling them tomorrow.
I think that the Super 8 is basically a done deal - as long as I don't monumentally screw up my interview with the owner tomorrow I'm fairly certain that they will offer me a full time night audit job.
But I haven't decided yet if I want to take it. So I'm going to write a pros and cons list to help me in the decision process.

Pros

It sounds like I'd be able to make my own schedule
I'd be allowed to get as much overtime as I want
I could probably negotiate at least 9/hour if not more
Minimal supervision

Cons

A (kinda) far drive
The hotel itself isn't great - really bad Tripadvisor reviews, right next to train tracks
It isn't located in a great neighborhood - crime would be a concern
It sounds like they have had issues retaining managers and hourly employees
It seems like they've had issues with employees missing shifts, so I could get stuck working very long shifts
It doesn't sound like they are willing to be very flexible with my JJ's schedule


Overall, I'm going into my interview tomorrow with caution. I am hoping this works out, but I'm also willing to walk away if I think it isn't going to work.

And it feels really good to have that option - the option of saying no and walking away. So I guess we will see.