Job Satisfaction of Library and Information Science Professionals in University Libraries in Kerala
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The present study intends to find out the job satisfaction of Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals working in the eight-state universities of Kerala, India. A structured questionnaire on job satisfaction was developed and used to measure the job satisfaction of the LIS professionals. Data were collected from the two hundred and sixty-six regular LIS professionals. The study revealed that the lion's share of the professionals does not felt stress and strain while discharging their duties and responsibilities. The study found that the LIS professionals have a different level of job satisfaction and they are highly satisfied with their job. LIS professionals have the highest level of satisfaction in their relationship with clientele. However, they are dissatisfied with certain administrative policies of the universities towards their problems. The study is useful for planning, decision making, professional manpower development, excellent library and information services, and developing a sound organizational environment in library and information centers and job motivation of LIS professionals.
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