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TSEA Installs New Board of Directors
During the Saturday business session of TSEA’s 47th annual Representative Assembly, the association installed a new Board of Directors, including two regional vice presidents. Tonni Chew (pictured on the right) is TSEA’s new West
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DOHR launches Voluntary Separation Program
On Monday, July 19, 2021, the TN Department of Human Resources began to notify employees of their eligibility to participate in the Voluntary Separation Program (also known as the buy-out). Eligible employees whose application
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DCS Announces Case Manager Series Salary Increases
Tennessee Department of Children’s Services Commissioner Jennifer Nichols announced today in an email to state employees details about Case Manager series salary increases. Her announcement is below. We are excited to announce that DCS’
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TDOC Announces Salary Adjustments for Probation and Parole Staff
NASHVILLE – Effective July 1, 2021, the Tennessee Department of Correction’s Probation and Parole Officers will receive long-awaited salary adjustments, Commissioner Parker announced Tuesday. According to a press release, the adjustments will significantly increase
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Details on reinstated 2021 Pay for Performance rewards
The Department of Human Resources recently released details about the 2021 pay for performance raises. Included below is the text from their communication to employees: — DOHR Communication to Employees 5/12/2021 After suspending the
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Legislative Update: Week Ending 4-30-2021
Yesterday, the Tennessee General Assembly passed the FY2021/2022 state budget, including funding for state employee performance raises, bonuses, benefit increases, and various salary adjustments. They will return for a few days next week to
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State Budget passes including significant funding for state employees
The Tennessee General Assembly has passed the FY2021/2022 state budget, including funding for state employee performance raises, bonuses, benefit increases, and various salary adjustments. “It has been an incredibly challenging year, but today is
Read More »Legislative Update: Week Ending 4-23-2021
Senator Thelma Harper The TSEA family is saddened by the news of the passing of former State Senator Thelma Harper, who died unexpectedly on Thursday. Thelma Harper is a historic figure in Tennessee. She
Read More »Legislative Update: Week Ending 4-16-2021
We have begun the legislative session’s final stretch as the general assembly begins to focus on the state budget. Some good news for state employees happened this week when the childcare bill unanimously passed
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In Memorium: James A. Smith
We are sad to inform our members of the passing of James A. Smith, our Hamilton County Chapter President. He entered eternal rest on April 7, 2021. James was a beloved member who cared
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