Does Central State University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Central State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Central State University. This rating has improved by 12% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Central State University?

29% of Central State University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Central State University 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.2 for culture and values and 2.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Central State University?

Assistant Professor (6) , Adjunct Professor (4) , Research Assistant (4) , Administrative Assistant (3) , Administrative Coordinator (3) , Instructor (3) , Physical Facilities Intern (2) , Systems Administrator (2) , Undergraduate Research Assistant (2)

What are the pros of working at Central State University according to real employee reviews?

"Great people, well" ((in 6 reviews)); "Good benefits;" ((in 5 reviews)); "Friendly staff; welcoming environment." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Central State University according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and disorganized" ((in 8 reviews)); "Additionally, there appeared to be gaps in the Director’s understanding of key responsibilities, which were sometimes obscured by overly complex language or inconsistent communication." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Central State University layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Central State University layoffs and their outlook for job security at Central State University in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Central State University locations?

Wilberforce , Dayton , Chicago , Columbus , Xenia , Yorkville , Springfield , Atlanta , Yellow Springs

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3.0

29% would recommend to a friend

(80 total reviews)

Cynthia Jackson-Hammond

36% approve of CEO

20% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.2

Culture & values

2.7

Senior management

2.4

Compensation and benefits

2.4

Career opportunities

Central State University has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 80 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Central State University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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80 reviews

5.0

May 23, 2024

Great small school atmospher

Research scientist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Wonderful students, outstanding mission and quiet rural location close to beautiful hiking trails.

Cons

IT support is understaffed and makes the use of technology challenging but....it is improving..

3.0

Apr 29, 2024

Low pay, but no micromanaging; enrollment concerns

Teaching assistant professor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- academic freedom, union, no micromanagement

Cons

- pressure to do more for no additional pay, lack of motivated colleagues in some departments

4.0

Apr 27, 2024

Great program and mission

Adjunct faculty

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very united front within department with shared goals to better education for students.

Cons

The ebb and flow of course assignments is a lot especially when new adjuncts are hired, or what seems to be too many are hired, and experienced adjuncts then receive far less classes.

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