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The Perceived Role Of High-Level Black Urban Managers In Virginia, Karen Ann Johnson
The Perceived Role Of High-Level Black Urban Managers In Virginia, Karen Ann Johnson
Theses and Dissertations in Urban Services - Urban Management
Focusing on sixteen cities in Virginia, the researcher studied the perceived managerial and career roles that high level black urban managers play in local government. From June to August 1991, black managers in the study completed self-assessments in the following areas: (1) socio-demographics, (2) perceived managerial and career role, (3) behaviors associated with managerial activism, pursuing the needs of the black community and career development, and (4) characteristics of their work environment. Based on their responses, the managers were assigned to role groups. Differences among the groups were noted. The entrepreneurs reported a higher degree of organizational support, role norm …