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Is it about idea to attempt to transfer to another job after 6 months in?

Been at the new job for about 6 months and have pretty much learned everything as it is an administrative role. There is a job posted internally that would give me a 22% increase which I would love to have but it is another admin role which I will probably become bored. ​ The issue is that my job requires us to inform my current supervisor if we want to transfer. I know deep down my boss would not be very happy about this and there is no guarantee I would get to the position either, which could have greater ramifications as I would have to still work with him. Although I am an admin, I have always been very good at my job and I have unfortunate problem of being so good at times, that I cannot move into a better role. What would you do? I work in…


Been at the new job for about 6 months and have pretty much learned everything as it is an administrative role. There is a job posted internally that would give me a 22% increase which I would love to have but it is another admin role which I will probably become bored.

The issue is that my job requires us to inform my current supervisor if we want to transfer. I know deep down my boss would not be very happy about this and there is no guarantee I would get to the position either, which could have greater ramifications as I would have to still work with him. Although I am an admin, I have always been very good at my job and I have unfortunate problem of being so good at times, that I cannot move into a better role. What would you do?

I work in a school district and while there are always several positions posted, but many do not have a much higher pay scale, so if I don't try this opportunity, it may be a while before it comes up again.

What would you?

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