The Research on the Quality of Work Life of Working Population (Using the Example of the Vologda Region)

Abstract

To increase labor efficiency, the level of quality of work-life (QWL) of the working population is of particular importance. The limited number of studies dealing with the research of the quality of work at the regional level has confirmed the research interest. The paper presents the results of the assessment of QWL of the working population of the Vologda Region obtained using the subjective approach. The authors studied special aspects of regional differentiation of the assessment of the labor activity quality by the population. The paper draws attention to the fact that in the Vologda Region, the assessments of the working population concerning satisfaction with various aspects of labor activity have a lower level compared to similar data in the subjects of the Northwestern Federal District and Russia. The paper shows the results of the QWL assessment of the Vologda Region population in the context of various socio-demographic groups based on the index system of indicators. The study identified that more than half of the economically active population of the region is satisfied with the quality of labor activity. The authors found that the degree of satisfaction with the QWL varies for different socio-demographic groups of the population. The highest level of assessments is demonstrated by the groups with the increased level of wages, as well as those with higher education, officially registered marriage, and carrying out labor activities following their inclinations, abilities, and avocation. The authors conclude that the quality of labor potential and the level of implementation in labor activity of the qualitative characteristics of the Vologda Region residents significantly correlate with the QWL satisfaction. The paper presents a list of measures promoting the improvement of QWL satisfaction.