Date of Award
Fall 2022
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Public Administration (DPA)
Department
Public Policy and Administration
Committee Chairperson
Dr. Kristen B. Crossney, Ph.D
Committee Member
Dr. Michelle Wade, Ph.D., MPA
Committee Member
Dr. Mark W. Davis, Ph.D., MPA
Abstract
ABSTRACT
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis: Exploring the Lived Experiences of African-American City/County Managers and the Impact of Mentoring on the Profession
Literature regarding African-American City/County manager's experiences in local governments is limited, and any available resources primarily focus on the profession. An interpretative phenomenological analysis was used to explore the experiences of African-American city/county managers from their viewpoints. Grounded in Critical Race Theory, this investigative research attempted to shed light on the lived experiences of Black City/County managers pursuing their professional goals to lead a municipal organization. The study also aimed to understand the impact mentoring has on the profession.
Data were gathered via survey questions and audio-recorded interviews with each participant to comprehend this phenomenon better and address the research questions. Four themes developed from the researched data:
Self-awareness and knowing the organization, Being the First Black City Manager, Advancement in the Profession, The Importance of Relationship building and mentoring, Lacking African-American Leadership
Recommended Citation
Mays, Johnny, "Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis: Exploring the Lived Experiences of African-American City/County Managers and the Impact of Mentoring on the Profession" (2022). West Chester University Doctoral Projects. 180.
https://digitalcommons.wcupa.edu/all_doctoral/180
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