today is the deadline to apply for a job at another municipality that I would be a strong candidate for. It would require me to commute (by car) for about 40 -60 minutes a day, my vacation would go down to 3 weeks (from 7), but I would be making close to $20K more a year.

A co-worker of mine is desperate for that job, as it is close to her home and she just really wants to get out of here.

I will admit I'm not as enthusiastic about the job as her, but I also think it would be silly for me NOT to apply. But, with the cons I've listed above, as well as my friend fearing she won't get it if I apply, I'm wondering if it would be best to not apply? not sure. I suppose I can apply and turn it down after the interview process or even before. My friend's afraid that I'll take her spot and she won't even be interviewed.

thoughts?