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Love where I work, love my coworkers, public can be challenging, computer programs are VERY outdated. - Claims Representative Social Security Administration Employee Review

4.0
26 Jul 2012
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Pros

My coworkers are the best. The work is technical and challenging which I enjoy. Learn something new everyday and have to look up evolving policy almost daily. Good pay considering I've worked for agency for less than 5 years and in my current position for less than 3. Haven't had a lay off since the 1970's (so I've heard). No furloughs or pay cuts like state employees. Very consistent job with great job security. Unionized. TONS of work to do. Never time to twiddle our thumbs. Days go by quickly. Lots of time off after 3 years of employment and TONS of time off after 15 years.

Cons

Computers are outdated, the sqeaky wheels (customers) often get helped first which I don't believe is right. Not a whole lot of room for creativity. There's a set way to do the job and you'd better do it that way. When there's a coworker that doesn't pull their weight AND causes problems, it's nearly impossible to get rid of anyone beyond their probationary period.

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5.0
28 Aug 2025
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Pros

You're contributing to one of the most successful federal policies created to help vulnerable people in our country.

Cons

You're not adequately protected from the wide swings of the whims of the administration

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4.0
3 Jul 2026
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Pros

Being trained on all the different case types processed by the position. The organization offers flex time.

Cons

It is a difficult job to learn all aspects of case processing promptly.

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