Personnel Matters

[alt_selwyn]

After many late nights, I have finally reviewed the application materials of all those who expressed interest in various open or soon-to-be-opened positions in the departments I oversee. This whole business has been exhausting; the good news is that many excellent individuals will have new opportunities as they move up into positions of more responsibility.

Lucius, I do apologise: while I found your assessments invaluable and relied on your recommendations in most instances, there were a few I couldn't accept. In particular, the young lady you endorsed so highly simply did not have the qualifications for the job. I certainly understand why she is eager for a change and I'm sure we'll be able to find her a position somewhere in my division if she's interested in Protectorate Affairs, but not at the Department Director level. I expect there will be quite a few openings in the Division of Education, some with significant responsibility -- do her interests lie in that direction at all?

Comments

[alt_narcissa]

Oh?

Don't tease us, Dominic. Which young lady did my husband recommend to you? I'd like to know who has abused his goodwill to trouble you with frivolous bids for work.

[alt_selwyn]

It wasn't frivolous, merely an overlarge step considering her previous experience. I'm afraid I can't be specific about names in so public a forum until the announcements are made.

[alt_lucius]

'Abuse' is rather an over-statement, my dear. 'Squander' might be better.

And as the young lady in question undoubtedly will wish to pursue her career in peace, I am sure she appreciates Dominic's tact in maintaining her confidentiality.