Question 1

Does SF State University pay their employees well?

Accepted Answer

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, SF State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at SF State University. This rating has improved by 6% over the last 12 months.

Question 2

How satisfied are employees working at SF State University?

Accepted Answer

79% of SF State University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated SF State University 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

Question 3

What are the top reviewed jobs at SF State University?

Accepted Answer

Student Assistant (94), Lecturer (27), Graduate Teaching Assistant (26), Research Assistant (18), Administrative Assistant (16), Teaching Assistant (16), Assistant Professor (11), Graduate Research Assistant (9), Instructional Student Assistant (9), Teacher Assistant (9), Graduate Student (8), Graduate Teaching Associate (8), Administrative Analyst (7), GTA Graduate Teaching Assistant (7), Web Developer (7)

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

"Great people to work with" ((in 54 reviews)); "Great benefits and the Union." ((in 46 reviews)); "Flexible hours are a plus" ((in 37 reviews)); "Staff is friendly and willing to help with any issues that come up." ((in 30 reviews)); "Good work environment in university" ((in 18 reviews))

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

"low pay because they base your wage on the federal minimum wage instead of San Francisco's" ((in 94 reviews)); "Low salaries and not center in the city" ((in 34 reviews)); "Poor management; Toxic work environment with a culture of bullying and non" ((in 27 reviews)); "Pay is less than minimum wage" ((in 13 reviews)); "pays HORRIBLY, little job security" ((in 10 reviews))

Question 6

What are employees saying about SF State University redundancies in 2026?

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Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about SF State University redundancy and their outlook for job security at SF State University in 2026.

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Great location and community, but limited advancement opportunities

Flexible work with valuable learning, but very demanding

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