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?

"benefits are good and hours" ((in 187 reviews)); "Great work/life balance (I can leave the job at work)" ((in 64 reviews)); "I work with some really great people that treat me good and we have a really friendly environment." ((in 44 reviews)); "Schedule is flexible and work from home is available" ((in 35 reviews)); "Front load PTO to make managing time off easier" ((in 23 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 plenty of politics" ((in 44 reviews)); "poor management" ((in 30 reviews)); "Inadequate training" ((in 10 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

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(999 total reviews)

Bill Lee

79% approve of CEO

63% 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 3.7 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).

Reviews by job title

999 reviews

1.0

Aug 29, 2013

Very Satisfied with the work I did, however, very dissatisfied with the administration.

Facilities supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

My experience with the State of TN was a positive. In June of 2013 the state downsized the maintenance staff statewide to out side contractor. My position was eliminated. However, I was able to gain knowledge of equipment and systems and set up a Preventative Maintenance program that worked very well.

Cons

The only con is that the RIF cost me my position. Otherwise the State is a good employer.

5.0

Aug 28, 2013

Awesome to work for

Clerk ii

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Off all holidays! Competetive pay!!!

Cons

No cons from me today

3.0

Aug 23, 2013

Varies by department

Accountant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Some departments have managers that try to help train and promote employees

Cons

No way to communicate tyrannical employees to upper management

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Jobs at Tennessee State Government

DRIVER'S LICENSE EXAMINER - 07092026-78836

ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY - 07072026-79042

CLERK 3 - 07092026-79053

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1 - 07072026-78919

CLERK 3 - 06302026-78917