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

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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).

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999 reviews

5.0

Feb 3, 2021

Good

Software developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible with hours and work deadlines

Cons

More strict on office and process

2.0

Jan 4, 2021

Used to Be Decent

Audit

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good work/life balance and ability to make friends

Cons

can be cliquish with departments one department will take over another without regard to the culture/cohesiveness of the former. management ignores warnings from employees re mismanagement by supervisors

5.0

Nov 27, 2020

great workplace

Technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

career job you are offered fulltime consistent employment

Cons

pay and benefits could be better.

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SECRETARY - 07142026-79067

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1 - 07142026- 79183

DRIVER'S LICENSE EXAMINER - 07092026-78836

SECRETARY - 07142026- 79275

CLERK 3 - 07092026-79053

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