Does Jackson State University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Jackson State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Jackson State University. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Jackson State University?

61% of Jackson State University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Jackson State University 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Jackson State University?

Research Assistant (6) , Assistant Professor (5) , Adjunct Professor (3) , Administrative Assistant (3) , Graduate Assistant (3) , Graduate Research Assistant (3) , Instructor (3) , Student Worker (3) , Teaching Assistant (3) , Academic Advisor (2) , Asst. director (2) , Director (2) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (2) , Postdoctoral Research Associate (2) , Professor (2)

What are the pros of working at Jackson State University according to real employee reviews?

"The people are great there!" ((in 7 reviews)); "Flexibility, Students, and Great Colleagues to work with" ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Jackson State University according to real employee reviews?

"Fluctuating leadership and academic advisers" ((in 3 reviews)); "Salary is fair compared to other schools of the same level." ((in 3 reviews)); "Current executive leadership hires friends and former co" ((in 2 reviews))

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Jackson State University Reviews

3.7

61% would recommend to a friend

(131 total reviews)

Thomas Hudson

74% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Jackson State University has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 131 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Jackson State University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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131 reviews

4.0

17 Feb 2026

Team environment

Asst. director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Team effort when it comes to large tasks.

Cons

PERS of Mississippi deducted just as much or more than taxes.

3.0

18 Nov 2025

FCM

Asst. director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

-Discount on tuition for self or dependents

Cons

-Low pay -On call a lot

4.0

17 Nov 2025

Only if you like research

Graduate research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Good for students interested in research.You don't have to pay for tuition, And get a monthly stipend for living expenses,

Cons

You have to do a lot of research

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