Work Environment as Predictor of Personnel Productivity in Libraries of Government Science Colleges in Niger State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study investigated work environment as predictor of personnel productivity in libraries of government science colleges in Niger State, Nigeria. Three research questions guided the study in line with the research objectives. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The study population comprised forty-five (45) personnel in the four selected government science college libraries in Niger State. The study adopted complete enumeration or census method due to the small number of the population. A close ended structured questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. Data were analysed using frequency counts, percentage and mean with criterion mean of 2.50 benchmark. Findings revealed that the work environment in libraries of government science colleges in Niger State has a negative influence on personnel productivity, however the security and safety of the work environment was a
major factor that enhance the productivity of the library staff. The management support for personnel in the school library to to attend conferences, workshops, seminars and further their studies was rated very high in enhancing their productivity.
Based on the findings, the study concluded that the work environment of the schools studied are in bad condition which need total overhauling for better productivity. The study recommended that Niger State Government should carry out a comprehensive
rehabilitation of the structures in the schools studied for effective learning, teaching and enhancing personnel productivity.