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3.0

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 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 2,784 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average 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
3.0
Mar 3, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

SSA is flexible when you need time for family. It's an easy drive to work, the salary is decent and the buildings are now modern.

Cons

There is little chance for advancement. We were recently told they are top heavy, so don't expect any promotions. They are filling existing positions with anyone that already has that grade, whether qualified or not. If a job is posted, it is usually restricted to the current staff or immediate component, so there are very limited opportunities. They are also starting to downgrade positions (same work, but lower grade). Also, people brought in mid-career 10 years ago to gain the industry knowledge and replace the baby boomers, are now overlooked for promotions and new assignments.

4.0
Mar 1, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits, decent salary, job security, 8 hr work days, and flex time. People often complain at my job about everything, but as long as you work hard, be grateful, and keep to yourself, you will have no problems.

Cons

Promotions are hard to come by because of budget issues.

3.0
Feb 13, 2014

Attorney-Advisor Review

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits, including comp. time, flexible, and a great work-life balance (especially for the legal industry)

Cons

Attorney-Advisor position is capped at a GS-12; therefore, little promotion room. There are production requirements.

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