Step-by-step explanation:
Read this article to learn about the types, functions, advantages and conflicts of line and staff organisation.
Types of Staff:
1. Personal Staff:
Personal staff is attached to individual line officers. The Personal Assistant or the Private Secretary etc. form personal staff of line managers. These persons help their bosses in every possible way. The routine work of line officers is mostly handled by the personal staff. They fix routine meetings, open the post, maintain diaries and accompany the boss on official visits. The line officers are spared of routine works and are able to devote much time for planning and execution.
2. Specialist Staff:
These are technically qualified persons who provide service to the whole organisation. They serve line and other staff in planning, organizing and coordinating their work. Their specialized knowledge is an asset to the organisation. The appointment of a legal advisor may be helpful to every department where his advice is required.
3. General Staff:
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This staff consists of persons attached to the key executives. They have the same background as that of line officers. They are attached to important functionaries as their deputies, etc. They may be appointed as Deputy Managers, Assistant Managers, Special Assistants, etc.
Functions of Staff Authority:
The staff authority is assigned the following functions:
1. Agency of Control:
It has to discharge the functions such as:
(a) Organisation;
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