Does Tennessee State Government pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Tennessee State Government employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Tennessee State Government. This rating has decreased by 7% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Tennessee State Government?

70% of Tennessee State Government employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Tennessee State Government 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Tennessee State Government?

Case Manager (27) , Administrative Assistant (17) , Director (11) , Accountant (9) , Auditor (9) , Manager (9) , Program Manager (9) , Attorney (8) , Business Analyst (8) , Career Specialist (8) , Eligibility Counselor (8) , Correctional Officer (7) , Eligibility Counselor II (7) , Environmental Scientist (7) , Program Coordinator (7)

What are the pros of working at Tennessee State Government according to real employee reviews?

"Great work/life balance (I can leave the job at work)" ((in 58 reviews)); "I work with some really great people that treat me good and we have a really friendly environment." ((in 47 reviews)); "Flexible hours and work from home." ((in 33 reviews)); "good benefits and time off" ((in 31 reviews)); "Great Hours and holidays off." ((in 24 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Tennessee State Government according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and everyone's always trying to throw someone under the bus just to make them look good." ((in 108 reviews)); "Low salary and plenty of politics" ((in 47 reviews)); "poor management" ((in 30 reviews)); "Minimal raises" ((in 11 reviews)); "There are few opportunities to receive a bonus although you get $100 for each year you are employed." ((in 10 reviews))

What are employees saying about Tennessee State Government layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Tennessee State Government locations?

Nashville , Knoxville , Memphis , Chattanooga , Murfreesboro , Jackson , Johnson City , Cookeville , Kingsport , Smyrna , Clarksville , Columbia , Greeneville , Antioch , Henning , Tiptonville , Wartburg , Cleveland , Clinton , Maryville , Morristown , Dickson , Gallatin , Mount Juliet , Buchanan , Paris , Los Angeles , Tennessee City , Bowling Green , Raleigh

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3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(999 total reviews)

Bill Lee

79% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Culture & values

3.3

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

Tennessee State Government has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 999 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Tennessee State Government 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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999 reviews

2.0

Dec 29, 2015

It has its perks

Probation officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexibility is a plus. You can usually take leave any time you like. The insurance is decent. Leave time accrues rapidly. Longevity pay

Cons

Lots of work for very minimal pay, no overtime allowed most of the time and you are forced to flex time off, leaving less time and more work, limited opportunity for advancement

3.0

Sep 21, 2015

Underpaid, Overworked

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Once you work for the State, you have the opportunity to apply and transfer to several different departments which gives you some variety.

Cons

Wages are low compared to most companies. With the constant change and restructuring of state departments, job security is decreasing.

4.0

Jun 17, 2015

Great, depending on management

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits are great, people are great that you work with on a daily bases

Cons

Current administration causes a lot of anxiety and upheaval

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