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?

"I work with some really great people that treat me good and we have a really friendly environment." ((in 40 reviews)); "Flexible hours and work from home." ((in 32 reviews)); "Good benefits and time off" ((in 31 reviews)); "Paid holidays and great benefits" ((in 24 reviews)); "The hours are flexible." ((in 20 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 47 reviews)); "poor management" ((in 27 reviews)); "Inadequate training" ((in 12 reviews)); "Limited budget means limited pay increases." ((in 8 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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3.6

66% would recommend to a friend

(1,000 total reviews)

Bill Lee

79% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Culture & values

3.3

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Career opportunities

3.1

Senior management

Tennessee State Government has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1,000 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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1.0

Oct 13, 2015

Information Systems Associate

Information systems associate

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Pros

The job seemed to care and help with experience and growth

Cons

The job allowed for harassment and loss of job while the harasser not only stayed but was promoted.

2.0

Sep 13, 2015

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Pros

Job security, reliable pay. If you can get on with the state, you'll likely have a job for as long as you want it, even if you're an employee that most employers would fire. While this is good for bad employees, it also leads to an environment where a small percentage of conscientious employees must do the work of ten employees without appreciation, at the same pay as the bad workers.

Cons

Extremely low salary, worst morale of anywhere I've ever worked...and I worked in fast food as a teen. The hard workers get a pay raise at the same time as the lazy employees. The laughably bad pay is gradually leading to an environment full of workers who can't get jobs elsewhere, along with a few who are there because of the benefits and don't need money (spouses work in private sector). For career-minded people who want to do something with their lives, I would recommend working anywhere but in government. Government jobs were good in the 1950s--seek out a progressive large company if you want security...at least they care about retaining good employees.

2.0

Sep 5, 2015

Energy Management Assistant

Anonymous employee

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The State allows an individual to have a work and personal life due to flexible work schedules, holidays off, and health benefits.

Cons

The State does not allow much room for advancement especially in salary increases. The State has very strict salary ranges that are not always diverse enough to fit the job duties that an employee may perform.

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