MENGEKSPLORASI PERILAKU KEPEMIMPINAN LURAH ANGGILOWU KECAMATAN MANDONGA KOTA KENDARI

Abstrak

This study aims to explore the leadership behavior of the Village Head of Anggilowu, Mandonga District, Kendari City based on Path-Goal Theory which includes four types of leadership behavior: directive, supportive, participative, and achievement-oriented. This research uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach conducted in Anggilowu Village, Mandonga District, Kendari City. Research informants were determined purposively consisting of 4 people, namely the Village Head, Village Secretary, and two Village Employees. Data collection techniques were carried out through in-depth interviews, documentation, and literature study. Data analysis uses the Miles & Huberman model which includes the stages of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that the Village Head of Anggilowu applied all four leadership behaviors situationally, but supportive leadership behavior was the most dominant. Supportive behavior is reflected in the village head's attention to employee conditions, open communication, moral support, and creation of a harmonious and familial work atmosphere. Directive behavior is applied especially in urgent and administrative situations through clear instructions and supervision of task implementation. Participative behavior is applied by involving employees in meetings and certain decision-making, especially in activity planning. Achievement-oriented behavior is applied through setting work targets, providing motivation, and appreciation for employee performance. The implications of this research show that a humanistic and empathetic leadership approach is effective in creating a conducive work climate and improving the quality of public services at the village level. This study recommends the need to strengthen standard operating procedures, expand employee involvement in decision-making, and develop a more formal and measurable reward system to improve village apparatus performance. Keywords: Leadership Behavior, Path-Goal Theory, Supportive Leadership, Village Government

Kata kunci

• Kepemimpinan Suportif
• Path-Goal Theory
• Pemerintahan Kelurahan
• leadership behavior