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  1. I realize this may be a biased forum to ask for this advice, but here goes... I've been an 1102 for almost 4.5 years and am a GS12. Within the next few months, I plan on applying within my organization for a PCO position with an unlimited warrant. It would be a promotion to GS13-equivalent but would also be supervisory, grueling, and stressful. I fear taking such a position would prevent me from taking part in any career development programs (Education with Industry, leadership programs, etc.) and I would feel bad leaving the other PCOs in the lurch to go on maternity leave (which will hopefully occur in the next year or so). But it is the natural progression and I'd be good at it. Today, the Chief of the program for which I manage the contracts asked if I'd be interested in a GS13 nonsupervisory program management position. I've always been interested in what PM does and think I could do it pretty well. Compared to the PCO position, I think this one may be less stressful and the management locally is more relaxed about hours and telecommuting. I'd have to learn a new career field though so I'd miss the satisfaction of being an "expert" in something. Do you think it would be a mistake to change career fields? What are my chances of getting back into contracting as a PCO if I decide to change back after a few years? My ultimate gov't career goal is to become a 14 or 15 management-type without leaving town but I'm not in a huge hurry. I would appreciate any advice!
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