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?

"Great work/life balance (I can leave the job at work)" ((in 58 reviews)); "I work with some really great people that treat me good and we have a really friendly environment." ((in 47 reviews)); "Flexible hours and work from home." ((in 33 reviews)); "good benefits and time off" ((in 31 reviews)); "Great Hours and holidays off." ((in 24 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 108 reviews)); "Low salary and plenty of politics" ((in 47 reviews)); "poor management" ((in 30 reviews)); "Minimal raises" ((in 11 reviews)); "There are few opportunities to receive a bonus although you get $100 for each year you are employed." ((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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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

May 22, 2012

All political, very low pay for requirements of getting this particular job.

Employment security interviewer ii

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Business Outlook

Pros

The benefits are as good as expected

Cons

Have to do whatever the politicians want, no matter if it means more time away from family. Very low pay for the requirements of getting this job Very low raises, everyone gets same raise, not according to anyone's job performance

3.0

May 17, 2012

Pay is too low. HR needs major changes.

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits are guaranteed. Job security

Cons

The pay is too low. Talented employees are held back by stagnant management.

4.0

May 5, 2012

Great benefits, but ...

Anonymous employee

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Pros

We work 7.5 hours days. You are required to take a 1 hour lunch every day. We have great benefits, and incredible holidays! When I started at the State, I was very proud to be there.

Cons

In many ways, your hands are tied by the politics, and bureaucracy. You can only do so much, and as quickly as the system will allow. From a private sector standpoint, it seems like we are moving so slowly, but there are so many hoops to jump through the process is going as quickly as it can. It can be frustrating. The worst part of working for the State is the perception so many people have that all State employees are lazy, unmotivated etc. Some of my coworkers who have been there longer than I have feel that listing the State on your resume as work experience can hurt you more than help. I'm not jaded quite to that point yet, but it is an honest concern of mine.

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