Characteristics of labor division and work design in a public sector: the case of Vilnius district municipality

Abstract

Purpose – The main purpose of the research – to analyze the content of labor organization by the theoretical aspect. Design/methodology/approach – The analysis method and questionnaire were used in the research. Findings – Based on analyzed scientific literature the content of labor organizing and its constituent elements are summarized. Labor division principles and their meanings are presented. Measures, which should help to organize the personnel’s work both in public and in private sector are discussed. Research limitations/implications – Carrying out the research, there has been a lack of systematic scientific literature as most authors analyze only particular elements of labor organization. Practical implications – Summarized scientific literature could be useful for leaders in organizing the personnel’s work. It could also help to comprehend better the content of labor organizing and the meaning of labor division. Originality/Value – The issue of labor organization is constantly relevant because in the development of science and technology organizational measures and methods must be developed and changed as well. Organizations, striving for better work results, should pay special attention to the elements and measures of labor organization. The conducted research will help to understand the area/field of work organization better and select the most appropriate ways of labor division. The authors, after summarizing the theoretical facts and data of the research, conducted in the municipality of Vilnius district, at the end of the article present conclusions3.