Author

Melanie B. Tabbada*
Northeastern College, Santiago City, Isabela, Philippines

Abstract

Job satisfaction plays a vital role in enhancing employee productivity, organizational commitment, and efficiency in public service institutions. However, limited studies have explored the perceived efficacy of job satisfaction among employees in local government units, particularly in geographically isolated municipalities such as Divilacan, Isabela. This study aimed to determine the perceived efficacy of job satisfaction among employees of the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Divilacan, Isabela. The study employed the descriptive-normative research design involving 51 LGU employees from various offices and positions. Data were gathered through questionnaires and unstructured interviews and analyzed using frequency count, percentage, ranking, and weighted mean. Findings revealed that most respondents were economically productive, experienced, and professionally active employees who demonstrated commitment, competence, and organizational loyalty. Employees were motivated through recognition programs and supportive leadership practices, which positively influenced work performance and productivity. The study further emphasized the importance of emotional intelligence, participatory leadership, and employee recognition in strengthening organizational commitment and job satisfaction among LGU personnel.

Keywords: job satisfaction, organizational commitment, leadership, employee motivation, local government unit.

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DOI: http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS05021123

Recommended citation:
Tabbada, M. B. (2026). Perceived efficacy of job satisfaction among LGU employees in Divilacan, Isabela. Pantao (International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences) 5 (2), 3776-3783. http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS05021123

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