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3.1

36% would recommend to a friend

(2,784 total reviews)

Carolyn W. Colvin

34% approve of CEO

23% positive business outlook

Social Security Administration has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 2,784 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Social Security Administration 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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3K reviews
5.0
Aug 18, 2015

Great agency

Anonymous employee
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Pros

This review applies to the headquarters location only. The agency is very supportive of personal development and training. Flexible work schedules including telework. Opportunities for advancement. Ability to gain valuable experience and do meaningful work. Great team atmosphere.

Cons

My time in the field offices were very different from working in headquarters. Training and advancement is minimal. Work schedules are not as flexible due to the nature of the job.

3.0
Aug 16, 2015

Social Insurance Specialist

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Regular daylight hours; good benefits package, decent salary, satisfaction of helping people during times of transition.

Cons

Once you plateau in your position, little room for advancement.

5.0
Aug 15, 2015

COMPUTER OPERATOR, SECRETARY, SCHULAR

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Secure Job, meet lots of people, learn a lot about life and how the checks and other things are processed. Work plenty of overtime

Cons

THERE ARE NO DOWN SIDE TO WORKING FOR THE GOVERMENT.

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