Does Southeast Missouri State University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Southeast Missouri State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Southeast Missouri State University. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Southeast Missouri State University?

69% of Southeast Missouri State University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Southeast Missouri State University 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Southeast Missouri State University?

Graduate Assistant (24) , Student Worker (20) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (8) , Administrative Assistant (7) , Computer Lab Assistant (6) , Resident Assistant (6) , Assistant Professor (5) , Adjunct Instructor (3) , Learning Assistant (3) , Professor (3) , Project Coordinator (3) , Tutor (3) , Executive Assistant (2) , Faculty (2) , IT Student Worker (2)

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

"Great people to work with" ((in 11 reviews)); "Flexible Hours" ((in 11 reviews)); "Great benefits and a workplace to be in." ((in 8 reviews)); "Friendly staff" ((in 6 reviews)); "Flexible scheduling, can do homework at work" ((in 5 reviews))

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

"The only downside was that there were not many hours available and the pay was low." ((in 32 reviews)); "Low salary and low compensation" ((in 7 reviews)); "The pay is absolutely abysmal at below minimum wage." ((in 4 reviews)); "Little room for advancement." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Southeast Missouri State University layoffs in 2026?

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

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Item: Southeast Missouri State University
Rating: 4
Author: Graduate Assistant

3.9

69% would recommend to a friend

(254 total reviews)

Kenneth W. Dobbins

77% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.1

Work/Life balance

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Career opportunities

3.6

Culture & values

3.4

Senior management

3.1

Compensation and benefits

Southeast Missouri State University has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 254 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Southeast Missouri 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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254 reviews

5.0

Nov 18, 2011

SEMO offers many diverse job opportunities.

Recreation supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Southeast Missouri State University is a very friendly environment. Everyone gets along and can work together without any problems or distractions.

Cons

Southeast Missouri State University is located in a valley so anywhere you go is either up or down hill. Walking on campus is tiring.

4.0

Mar 6, 2011

Fine

Graduate assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- pay for your college while working

Cons

- Located in Cape Girardeau

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