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3.9

68% would recommend to a friend

(2,119 total reviews)
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JoAnne A. Epps

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48% positive business outlook

Temple University has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,119 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Temple 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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2K reviews
2.0
Oct 4, 2014

Non-benevolent Employer

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good Benefits. Easy Access from Public Transportation.

Cons

Overall lack of focus/vision. The university re-invents itself every few years upon the hiring of a new university president - 3 presidents and 1 interim president within the last 8 years. Senior leadership caught up in political hierarchy to the detriment of the students, faculty, and staff.

3.0
Jan 26, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

Temple offers steady employment (even in this economy, universities are trying not to lay anyone off), great benefits (health insurance, a generous match in their 401(k) equivalent (403(b)), life and disability insurance, excellent vacation policy, tuition reimbursement for both employee and immediate family members, etc.). If you need to earn another degree, it's perfect-- its graduate programs are stronger than the undergrad program, and the class schedule is flexible. Temple is a dynamic and diverse university located within a gritty Philadelphia neighborhood. Working there roots you in the city, its people, and its interesting programs. It's exciting to work for and with talented students and faculty.

Cons

Despite its many positives, Temple, like any university, is a large and slow bureaucracy, with all the associated drawbacks. Although co-workers are lovely, in many departments they have worked in the same position for decade, creating an atmosphere of apathy and sometimes even entitlement. Presidents Adamany and Hart have worked to create a more professional atmosphere, but it will be several years before taking full effect. Another issue is the lack of young professional development-- the work force trends older and therefore youth is sometimes distrusted and overlooked (ironic for a university). The university therefore loses young employees to private industry.

3.0
Oct 31, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

-Purposeful Work: Contributed to a mission-driven organization focused on student success. -Inspiring Impact: Engaged with prospective students and made a meaningful impact on their futures. -Positive Connections: Built valuable relationships with colleagues and stakeholders during the first year. ***Please note this review is strictly for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This does NOT reflect Temple as a whole. Temple is a great place, but offices are only as strong and healthy as their leaders.

Cons

-Toxic Work Environment: Experienced unprofessional behavior that created a hostile atmosphere. -Derogatory Language: Witnessed instances of disrespectful communication from supervisors that undermined team morale. -Negative Impact on Well-being: The stressful environment affected mental and physical health, leading to the decision to resign. -High Quotas without Compensation: Travel expectations increased dramatically from approximately 70 trips per year to 200 in the Fall, with no corresponding increase in compensation. When inquiring about pay, the response was the "honor of legacy and participation in industry-leading work,' which is tone deaf and troubling to hear from a supervisor.

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