An Empirical Study on the Effect of Work Discipline on Job Satisfaction at the Public Works and Spatial Planning Office of North Sumatra Province
Keywords:
Work Discipline, Job Satisfaction, Public Sector, PUPR OfficeAbstract
This study aims to examine the effect of Work Discipline on Job Satisfaction at the Public Works and Spatial Planning Office of North Sumatra Province. The study employed a quantitative explanatory research design using a saturated sampling technique, involving all 70 employees as respondents. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS, including validity and reliability tests, descriptive statistics, simple linear regression analysis, the coefficient of determination (R²), and t-tests. The descriptive analysis indicated that both variables were rated highly by respondents, with a mean score of 4.47 for Work Discipline and 4.37 for Job Satisfaction, reflecting positive perceptions among employees. Instrument testing confirmed that all questionnaire items were valid, while reliability testing demonstrated strong internal consistency, with Cronbach’s Alpha values of 0.924 for Work Discipline and 0.860 for Job Satisfaction, both exceeding the acceptable threshold of 0.60. The regression analysis produced the equation Y = 1.178 + 0.714X, indicating that Work Discipline has a positive and significant effect on Job Satisfaction (B = 0.714, t = 8.368, p = 0.000). The coefficient of determination (R² = 0.717) shows that 71.7% of the variance in Job Satisfaction can be explained by Work Discipline. These findings confirm that Work Discipline is a strong determinant of Job Satisfaction. In conclusion, the study provides empirical evidence that strengthening employee discipline such as punctuality, adherence to procedures, responsibility, and compliance with organizational regulations can significantly enhance job satisfaction. Therefore, reinforcing disciplinary practices can serve as a strategic managerial approach to improving employee well-being and organizational performance in the public sector.
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