1. Not sure....why wait?
2. Loss of seniority.
3. Probably not.
4. Again, not sure. But why the wait. Its all about seniority.
I was thinking I might wait because things are supposed to get better where I work and I was recently typed and have a contract for almost another year. After considering yours and everybody elses answers I agree that deferring the interview would not be a wise decision. The additional income and NJ will pay off my contract in 1-2 years.
I have been following the IBB process and have read many posts over the past several months and it is quite apparent that NJ would be a great company to work for. Even if my current employer were to match the pay (which I doubt will happen) they can never give me the schedule or the job security that NJ can. Not to mention the health care and the 401k match. What can expect as far as vacation time with the new TA?
I want to thank everyone for your responses, all were very helpful.