Motivating Factors Influencing Job Satisfaction Among Faculty Members in Junior Colleges, with reference to Hyderabad City

Abstract

Purpose: Study investigates the motivating factors such as work environment, compensation, Professional development opportunities, work-life balance, and collegial relationships influencing the job satisfaction of faculty members in junior colleges. Methodology: The study employed a quantitative research design, surveying faculty members from various junior colleges in Hyderabad. A structured questionnaire, comprising Likert scale questions and open-ended items, assessed factors influencing job satisfaction. Stratified random sampling yielded a representative sample, and data were analysed using statistical techniques, revealing significant correlations between job satisfaction and work environment, compensation, professional development opportunities, work-life balance, administrative support, and collegial relationships. Findings: The research identified that work environment, professional development opportunities, and collegial relationships were the most influential factors positively affecting faculty job satisfaction, while compensation, administrative support, and work-life balance also played significant roles. Practical Implications: Colleges can enhance faculty job satisfaction by investing in conducive work environments, offering opportunities for professional growth, fostering positive collegial relationships, addressing compensation issues, and providing adequate administrative support and work-life balance. Originality: While previous studies focused on individual factors, this research comprehensively examines multiple determinants of job satisfaction among junior college faculty members in the unique context of Hyderabad. Social Implications: Improved job satisfaction can lead to more motivated faculty, positively impacting teaching quality and, consequently, students' educational experiences and outcomes. This research contributes to faculty well-being and, by extension, the quality of education provided by junior colleges in the region. Keywords: Work Environment, Compensation, Professional Development Opportunities, Collegial Relationships, Job Satisfaction