TOXIC - Anonymous employee Southeast Tennessee Development District Employee Review

I've always appreciated the flexibility of this organization, especially during the pandemic.

Anything in the nonprofit world is underpaid.

- Lots of exposure to cross industry projects with varying responsibilities. - Opportunity for growth and professional development if you are seeking a career in local government/ nonprofit work - Excellent for connection building within region with influential leaders and industry pros - Acceptable benefits apart from lower 401(k) match contribution

- Minimal diversity from people of other cultures - Low pay which is typical of public sector work - Minimal opportunities for advancement. Basically you will need to wait for someone to resign before being eligible for promotion - Senior admin is at the whim of it's controlling board which comprises various Mayors from surrounding rural areas. Their reluctance to consistently support the organization is damaging to morale.