Regression Analysis on Human Resource Management Practices and Job Satisfaction in the Public Service Organization

The study aimed to examine the impact of human resource management practices on job satisfaction among public service employees. A total of 150 respondents were selected, with 125 participants responding. Data collected were analyzed using SPSS software, presenting the results in frequencies and percentages. Multiple regression analysis was used for inferential analysis. Job satisfaction was the dependent variable, while promotion, compensation, work environment, and training and development were the independent variables. The findings revealed that work environment and promotion were ranked as the second most provided human resource management practices, while training and development were the most highly practised and provided in public service organizations. The results indicated that most public service employees were satisfied with their jobs, with work environment, compensation, and promotion positively influencing job satisfaction. Public service organizations should establish monitoring systems to understand their personnel better and find innovative ways to enhance employee motivation. This study is among the first to explore the impact of human resource management practices on job satisfaction in Ghanaian public service organizations, offering a new perspective on this area of research.