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 182 reviews)); "Great work/life balance (I can leave the job at work)" ((in 61 reviews)); "Great people to work with and free parking" ((in 42 reviews)); "Flexible hours and work from home." ((in 34 reviews)); "Great Hours and holidays off." ((in 28 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 112 reviews)); "Low salary and plenty of politics" ((in 42 reviews)); "poor management" ((in 32 reviews)); "Minimal Raises" ((in 11 reviews)); "Inadequate training" ((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

(999 total reviews)

Bill Lee

79% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (999 reviews)

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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

3.0

Sep 21, 2014

Indentured Servant

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Making a positive difference and helping to protect the community.

Cons

The excessive amount of work and lack of time to complete.

4.0

Sep 19, 2014

I was Director of National Recruitment for the State of Tennessee, overseeing the recruitment and expansion of industry.

Director of national recruitment

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The position is very rewarding in the sense of a) establishing relationships across the country with corporations as well as site selection consultants, b) working with communities across the State in assisting them with their job creation/retention efforts, and c) establishing relationships with existing industries across the State of Tennessee.

Cons

The greatest challenge for working in this position is the changing of a "current" administration, which can result in being dismissed in an "executive service position".

4.0

Sep 18, 2014

Great way to contribute to the community.

Secretary

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good benefits. Great feeling of helping victims of crimes.

Cons

No job security if working for an elected official. A re-election cost me a job even though I had no disciplinary issues and had more than satisfactory job performance. I had less than a month notice that I would not be re-hired.

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Jobs at Tennessee State Government

SECRETARY - 07142026-79067

SECRETARY - 07142026- 79275

DRIVER'S LICENSE EXAMINER - 07092026-78836

CLERK 3 - 07092026-79053

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1 - 07072026-78919