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 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Tennessee State Government?

66% 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, 3.3 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?

"benefits are good and hours" ((in 186 reviews)); "Great work/life balance (I can leave the job at work)" ((in 62 reviews)); "Great people to work with and free parking" ((in 45 reviews)); "Schedule is flexible and work from home is available" ((in 34 reviews)); "Good benefits and time off" ((in 32 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 105 reviews)); "low salary and slow to promote" ((in 46 reviews)); "poor management" ((in 30 reviews)); "Inadequate training" ((in 11 reviews)); "Minimal Raises" ((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

Tennessee State Government reviews

3.6

66% would recommend to a friend

(1,000 total reviews)

Bill Lee

79% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,000 reviews)

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Tennessee State Government has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1,000 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).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

4.0

Jul 18, 2015

SIU Investigator

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This is something that I like doing. I am good at it and the challenges change daily

Cons

Long, unpredictable work schedule that only pays a nominal salary.

3.0

Jul 16, 2015

CHILD SUPPORT

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good hours, no weekends, easy going, understanding supervisors, you have your own office, make your own rules, you have your own privacy, you have your own caseload, if you don't like teamwork, this job is perfect, good insurance

Cons

the pay is too low compared to other companies and states, no room for advancement unless you are related to upper management, this job is not for you if you're money motivated

4.0

Jul 14, 2015

Educator

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great support and wonderful growing opportunities, which helped us advocate and educate our clients.

Cons

Character and values could match their mission statement.

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