Does Sound Transit pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Sound Transit employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Sound Transit. This rating has decreased by 16% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Sound Transit?

26% of Sound Transit employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Sound Transit 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Sound Transit?

Program Manager (8) , Intern (7) , Project Manager (6) , Fare Ambassador (4) , Internship (4) , Senior Executive Assistant (4) , Senior Software Engineer (4) , Construction Manager (3) , Contract Specialist (3) , Deputy Director (3) , Engineer (3) , Accountant (2) , Management (2) , Operations Intern (2) , Project Coordinator (2)

What are the pros of working at Sound Transit according to real employee reviews?

"Medical benefits are great for employee and family" ((in 39 reviews)); "People are great and genuine." ((in 12 reviews)); "Career path with decent pay in ($45 after one year as of 2024) but most don't make it to the one year mark." ((in 8 reviews)); "Good work/life balance" ((in 8 reviews)); "Amazing Benefits Package" ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Sound Transit according to real employee reviews?

"Inexperienced management." ((in 5 reviews)); "Some unskilled managers & directors, organization is becoming more top" ((in 4 reviews)); "Below average salary." ((in 4 reviews)); "There is a high level of incompetence in IT Senior Leadership and beyond, mostly promoted due to tenure rather than performance." ((in 4 reviews)); "The executive leadership and top line leadership is comprised of outsiders, and hand picked individuals." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Sound Transit locations?

Seattle , Washington , Auburn , Bellevue , Atlanta

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Sound Transit reviews

3.1

26% would recommend to a friend

(163 total reviews)

Dow Constantine

23% approve of CEO

25% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Work/Life balance

2.7

Culture & values

2.6

Career opportunities

2.1

Senior management

Sound Transit has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 163 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sound Transit employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transportation & Logistics industry (3.5 stars).

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Race / Ethnicity

Gender

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Reviews by job title

163 reviews

4.0

Jan 11, 2015

Good place to work for a public agency

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Exceptionally bright and talented workforce People often more than willing to help out Sense of family Community service encouraged by agency Excellent benefits

Cons

Working in silos - communication between departments is lacking Process often takes priority over efficiency Workload is often overwhelming

4.0

Feb 14, 2011

ST is fast-paced, deadline-driven and gives employees meaningful work which is changing our region.

Division manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Interesting work Dedicated workforce Surrounded by many of the best from around the nation/world Career advancement opportunities Fast-paced Good compensation Positive mission and making a difference for the region's travel and commuters

Cons

Relentless pace Internal silos and squabbles keep things less efficient and effective Sometimes management keeps obvious secrets and it becomes apparent they don't trust their staff.

3.0

Oct 9, 2025

What is it worth to you?

People leader

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

PTO, Benefits (Insurance & 401a/457b). When you work with good people its a great place, however there is no accountability follow-through.

Cons

Fear of potential retaliation. Human Resource department is self proclaimed passive in addressing employee concerns. Difficulties in obtaining reasonable accommodations through the Benefits department. Practices related to pay rates have been called into question. An 'ivory tower' culture that may affect workplace dynamics. Salaried staff are reportedly expected to work up to 60 hours per week and remain on call, some without receiving appropriate on-call compensation.

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