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 186 reviews)); "Great work/life balance (I can leave the job at work)" ((in 62 reviews)); "Great people to work with and free parking" ((in 45 reviews)); "Schedule is flexible and work from home is available" ((in 34 reviews)); "Good benefits and time off" ((in 32 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 105 reviews)); "low salary and slow to promote" ((in 46 reviews)); "poor management" ((in 30 reviews)); "Inadequate training" ((in 11 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

3.6

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

Aug 18, 2017

DCS Case manager

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Helping abused and neglected children

Cons

Not safe, stressful, bureaucracy, year probation, lots of paperwork, hard to take a day off, neglect your own family, work over 40 hours a week, on call.

4.0

Aug 15, 2017

A good starter job

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Depending on your area, you will have room for growth, but you will eventually bump your head. The good thing is you can move around to different departments to gain more knowledge.

Cons

Lack of formal training. I understand hands on is a good method but without a solid foundation you will always feel you are walking on quicksand.

4.0

Aug 14, 2017

Decent Employer

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pension, Many Health Insurance Options, Generous Leave

Cons

Too many free riders. Office Politics. Promotion through attrition. Low starting pay.

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Jobs at Tennessee State Government

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ASSISTANT 3-07132026-79187

PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICE ASSISTANT - 07142026-79007

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1 - 07142026- 79183

SECRETARY - 07142026-79067

STOREKEEPER 1 - 07142026-78955