Analysis of turnover and turnover intentions among juvenile justice staff at the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice
by Matz, Adam Karl, M.S., EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY, 2008, 78 pages; 1478550

Abstract:

This study examines the relationship of job satisfaction and organizational climate to turnover and turnover intentions. Staff turnover has many financial and structural implications for a given correctional institution. Utilizing the 2006 Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice Employee Job Satisfaction and Organizational Climate Survey this research looks at the predictors of both turnover behavior and turnover intentions, and it examines the link between turnover behavior and turnover intentions. Results show that intentions and actual turnover behavior share a weak relationship. Turnover intentions are influenced most by morale at the facility, morale at the organization, perceived dangerousness, gender, and experience. Actual turnover behaviors are influenced most by morale at the facility, cross-training, and age. Additional research comparing turnover and turnover intentions is recommended.
 
AdviserJames B. Wells
SchoolEASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
SourceMAI/ 48-03, p. , Feb 2010
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsPublic administration; Criminology; Labor relations
Publication Number1478550
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