Yes, they are either over-heavy on process or over-heavy on micromanagement Each creates different kinds of misery, and could be exploitable by OP for his goal

Yes, they are either over-heavy on process or over-heavy on micromanagement Each creates different kinds of misery, and could be exploitable by OP for his goals. The over-process version is likely more durable (both the org not imploding soon, and the position lasting) and potentially less interpersonal misery.