Is Montclair State University a good company to work for?

Montclair State University has an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on over 613 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 82% of employees would recommend working at Montclair State University to a friend and 46% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Montclair State University have been left by employees working as Graduate Research Assistant , Research Assistant and Graduate Assistant .

Does Montclair State University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Montclair State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Montclair State University. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Montclair State University?

82% of Montclair State University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Montclair State University 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Montclair State University?

Adjunct Professor (28) , Graduate Assistant (24) , Research Assistant (16) , Graduate Research Assistant (13) , Student Assistant (12) , Assistant Professor (11) , Resident Assistant (11) , Director (9) , Student Worker (9) , Associate Professor (7) , Program Assistant (7) , Administrative Assistant (6) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (6) , Graduate Student (5) , Lifeguard (5)

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

"Great people that you work with" ((in 48 reviews)); "The campus is beautiful and my department is very flexible" ((in 20 reviews)); "Very helpful and friendly staff" ((in 19 reviews)); "Good benefits" ((in 19 reviews)); "Great work environment." ((in 16 reviews))

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

"Stipend pay is low and you cannot survive off of it" ((in 45 reviews)); "Parking is expensive and inconvenient" ((in 17 reviews)); "Its not the best salary" ((in 10 reviews)); "could be better with communication" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Montclair State University locations?

Montclair , Upper Montclair , Jersey City , Newark , Paterson , New York , Bloomfield , Clifton , Little Falls , Montclair Heights , Hackettstown , Bridgewater , Edison , Elizabeth , Glen Rock , Irvington , Morristown , New Milford , Nutley , Succasunna , Teaneck , Wayne , Westwood , Woodbridge , New Paltz , West Nyack , San Diego , North Las Vegas

Montclair State University reviews

4.3

82% would recommend to a friend

(511 total reviews)

Jonathan GS Koppell

61% approve of CEO

46% positive business outlook

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Montclair State University has an employee rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 511 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Montclair State University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

511 reviews

4.0

May 27, 2015

administrative

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

People are very committed to serving the students. The lean management structure affords those who do well to thrive and be recognized

Cons

Sometimes limited funding hampers the ability to take initiatives to their fullest potential

3.0

Apr 8, 2015

Director

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CEO approval

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Pros

Our university is in a growth pattern so there are lots of possibilities. There are some amazing people here really trying to make a difference in a challenging environment. There are and will be opportunities to do great work in pockets. Work/Life balance is really good for the most part. Changes are happening and they can be good as long as people are patient. Since the staff levels are low, there is opportunity to have your hands in many things. If you are interested in a challenge and you have enough optimism to think you can make a difference, then this is the place for you.

Cons

There is not enough staff to support the growth in student population. As a union place, there are lots of mediocre work done here. It's used as a crutch to rationalize a poor work ethic. Not everyone acts this way but it's pretty rampant. The pay is not the best so you have to really value the mission. We do not get 100% of our funding from the state government, yet they get to dictate 100% of the rules. It is very command and control, micro-managed culture. There is very little empowerment. If you happen to get a supervisor who doesn't succumb to this, then you can have a great experience.

5.0

Aug 21, 2014

Admissions

Anonymous employee

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Business Outlook

Pros

Beautiful campus, friendly staff, remarkable benefits, incredible salary and amazing working environment. Anyone would be lucky to get a job here.

Cons

Long lines for coffee when students are on campus.

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