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?

"Great benefits and ability to be part of a team that is making a difference." ((in 178 reviews)); "Great work/life balance (I can leave the job at work)" ((in 63 reviews)); "I work with some really great people that treat me good and we have a really friendly environment." ((in 44 reviews)); "Great hours and can remotely work from home." ((in 34 reviews)); "good benefits and time off" ((in 31 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 109 reviews)); "low salary and slow to promote" ((in 44 reviews)); "Poor management" ((in 30 reviews)); "Limited opportunities for career advancement" ((in 10 reviews)); "Inadequate training" ((in 9 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

(999 total reviews)

Bill Lee

79% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

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Tennessee State Government has an employee rating of 3.6 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).

Reviews by job title

999 reviews

2.0

Dec 4, 2014

Don't work here unless you just want something to do

Paralegal

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Paid holidays and great benefits

Cons

Training is nonexistent, job duties and expectations are not clearly defined. current employees and overworked and too territorial to ease their workload or they barely have anything to do. Environment tends to be unprofessional and petty. There is a 'get in where you fit in' , 'sink or swim mentality' . Employees are not too keen on showing you the ropes, you will have to figure things out on your own.

2.0

Nov 17, 2014

Good benefits. Poor pay and no room for advancement.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good insurance policies. All holidays off. Stress-free work environment. Great time off: receive one annual day off and one sick day off each month.

Cons

No room for advancement. Below average pay. No ability to control lazy, poor work performance from employees. Once an employee has passed their probationary period, management can do nothing to them. All work is very slow moving because everything that has to be approved must go through 100 different management levels. Gossip is at an all time high here due to the fact there is no control by management and salaries of employees are posted on the Internet because of the "transparent Tennessee" rule.

3.0

Oct 20, 2014

Very laid back place to work but little to no opportunity.

Network operations engineer

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very laid back, good pay for work required.

Cons

Not much opportunity for advancement if any at all. You make more than management and the director isn't going anywhere...I suggest you study constantly, don't get too comfortable.

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Jobs at Tennessee State Government

SECRETARY - 07142026-79067

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1 - 07142026- 79183

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ASSISTANT 3-07132026-79187

CLERK 3 - 07092026-79053

DRIVER'S LICENSE EXAMINER - 07092026-78836