IRS reviews

3.3

56% would recommend to a friend

(3,622 total reviews)

35% positive business outlook

IRS has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 3,622 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The IRS 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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4.0
Feb 28, 2009
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Pros

At least as an attorney, we get very good support. Staff is generally pretty good. I'm very happy with the people I work with. They give a great deal of responsibility very early on. I am the only attorney on a case, with a great deal of discretion in how to resolve it. I also advise the auditors, and have some discretion over their decisions. The work-life balance is excellent, with a 40 hour work week, plus if I work extra, I can use that towards time off. After a year, there is the opportunity to work from home, up to 80 hours or so per month. Great job security. Provides excellent exit opportunities.

Cons

Compared to law-firms, the pay is not very good. Roughly half of what big-law attorneys make (although the hours are much better). They need to put more effort into training managers, rather than just promoting competent attorneys. The computer systems are junk.

4.0
Feb 25, 2009
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Pros

great benefits, quick promotions, independent assignments, friendly work environment, 8 hour days, flexible work schedules, potential to make a difference

Cons

negative perception that public has of people who work at the IRS

3.0
Feb 2, 2009
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Pros

There is advancement to be placed into a higher position. There is free training. You can gain valuable experience which could be used towards a future job position.

Cons

Can be repetitive. It is a stressful environment. You do have to work at least 90 days in order to get another or even better position at the IRS. Pay is okay. In order to move up a grade or step you must work one full year. If you are working a temporary position that is less than 5 months you do not qualify for health or medical benefits. I recommend finding a job that offers a complete or partial benefits package from the start.

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