Does Harris County, Texas pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Harris County, Texas employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Harris County, Texas. This rating has improved by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Harris County, Texas?

61% of Harris County, Texas employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Harris County, Texas 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Harris County, Texas?

Administrative Assistant (8) , Manager (7) , Project Manager (5) , Assistant District Attorney (4) , Attorney (4) , Court Clerk (4) , Detention Officer (4) , Supervisor (4) , Juvenile Probation Officer (3) , Juvenile Supervision Officer (3) , Pretrial Officer (3) , Accountant I (2) , Administrative (2) , Analyst (2) , Budget Analyst (2)

What are the pros of working at Harris County, Texas according to real employee reviews?

"working for harris county offers great benefits for indivuals and families." ((in 59 reviews)); "Most of the people you work with are great people; makes for a fun time during work hours." ((in 17 reviews)); "Retirement and health benefits are really good." ((in 12 reviews)); "Great Insurance and retirement plans." ((in 7 reviews)); "Amazing work environment to be around." ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Harris County, Texas according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and inflexible hours" ((in 21 reviews)); "Salary is low." ((in 11 reviews)); "Long hours eight to nine hours" ((in 9 reviews)); "No room for advancement within the department." ((in 7 reviews)); "Poor training and management from the upper level." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Harris County, Texas layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Harris County, Texas layoffs and their outlook for job security at Harris County, Texas in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Harris County, Texas locations?

Houston , Pasadena , Seabrook , Spring , Harris , Bryan , Baytown , Pearland , South Houston , Splendora

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3.4

61% would recommend to a friend

(312 total reviews)

Ed Emmett

58% approve of CEO

47% positive business outlook

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Harris County, Texas has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 312 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Harris County, Texas employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

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312 reviews

2.0

Mar 27, 2016

Plenty to do

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Steady work and fascinating clientele

Cons

Red tape and constantly conflicting priorities

4.0

Mar 25, 2016

Current employee

Forensic chemist i

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good benefits and great retirement benefits. Small lab and no working with the public for case work. No business attire.

Cons

Repetitive lab work and micro-management. The employee doesn't give raises on a yearly basis even with a good evaluation. Ok

2.0

Mar 4, 2016

HR Coordinator

Human resources coordination consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Worked very closely with Generalist and Benefits Manager

Cons

The drive from North Houston to Southwest Houston

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