State of Washington Reviews
Updated May 13, 2019
Found 119 reviews
"Steady/decent pay, good benefits" (in 11 reviews)
"Great benefits, lots of locations and opportunites" (in 9 reviews)
"Sometimes the amount of time it takes to get a "decision" can be frustrating if you are used to working in the private sector" (in 11 reviews)
"Low pay compared to comparable jobs in private industry" (in 4 reviews)
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"Decent pay, great benefits, union membership, and job security"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookI have been working at State of Washington full-time for more than a year
Pros
The best reasons to work for the state by far is the benefits. There is a pension that you are vested in after 5 years, there is an optional deferred compensation plan that allows you to invest your pre-tax $, there are super affordable health insurance plans including dental and vision, legit sick and vacation time, and there is an incremental pay increase every year. There are also opportunities to attend trainings,...
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There is a vast difference in workplace culture between departments in government that largely depends on the dept. leadership at the time. The culture of my department is much more friendly and relaxed than other depts. The bureaucratic processes to make a business purchase or some other change can be rough sometimes. There's a lot of reporting & record keeping to do all the time. Also, state govt. is a little slow...
Show MoreAdvice to Management
Embrace change, tech, and encourage more dept. directors to support their staff & nourish their staff's professional development.
State of Washington2019-04-17 "It depends where you work."
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at State of Washington full-time for more than 10 years
Pros
Opportunities, benefits, some jobs offer telework opportunities, some agencies offer training. Union members can get free college degrees. There are sone very gifted caring employees.
Cons
Wrong people promoted to supervisor positions, hostile work environments, ageism, favoritism, nepotism, bullying.
Advice to Management
None they won't listen. People who try to speakup regarding issues are branded as trouble makers or as passive aggressive. Older women are pushed out of jobs for younger men.
State of Washington2019-05-13"Fantastic Experience"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookI worked at State of Washington full-time
Pros
- Incredible networking opportunities - Incredible development classes and learning opportunities - Unparalleled exposure to WA state politics
Cons
The stipend of $1,300/mo is pretty terrible, especially since you're paying for credits while working as an intern.
Advice to Management
Pay a bit more or offer a scholarship for the credits.
State of Washington2019-03-28"Pretty Good Job"
StarStarStarStarStarI worked at State of Washington full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Job pace, benefits, and coworkers
Cons
Not very flexible on work time
State of Washington2019-03-27"Working with vets"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at State of Washington part-time for more than a year
Pros
A Stable line of work
Cons
Restrictions of being a state employee
State of Washington2019-03-07"Stay In The Private Sector"
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDisapproves of CEOI have been working at State of Washington full-time for more than a year
Pros
Nothing- meetings to have a meeting to have a meeting. Inefficient, mindless drones trying to fill their useless time. There is a retirement package if you qualify.
Cons
Everything. Worst decision I've ever made was working for this pathetic establishment and that means the every agency and every person I've interacted with. People waiting for the next free meal and counting days until retirement without any regard for their jobs or the public.
Advice to Management
You know you're completely useless. Enjoy your retirement because karma is a beautiful thing.
State of Washington2019-03-26"Great benefits and advancement opportunities"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at State of Washington full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Meaningful work and fantastic benefits for long term employment
Cons
Funding cycle makes agile change difficult
Advice to Management
Embrace changing demographics and take risks in hiring
State of Washington2019-01-22"Wild views on what they expect from tax payers."
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDisapproves of CEOI worked at State of Washington
Pros
Will hire anyone and everyone, and you will never be fired from your job, and they might even find better jobs for you if you act like you don't know anything.
Cons
As long as you get on the train when you're told and get into the shower when you're told you will rise through the ranks.
Advice to Management
Obey the law.
State of Washington2019-01-12"Grounds Maintenance/Porter/Laundry"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookNo opinion of CEOI worked at State of Washington full-time for less than a year
Pros
Gained a variety work experience.
Cons
Limited advancement opportunities and career options.
Advice to Management
Be kind to staff.
State of Washington2019-01-03"Social Work"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at State of Washington full-time for more than 10 years
Pros
You have the satisfaction of helping protect children.
Cons
Too much work and not enough hours in the day to complete the work. Too much work, not enough pay.
Advice to Management
We need to be compensated for our time. Although we are salaried, the pay is not consistent with social work jobs in other industries.
State of Washington2018-12-03