Date

11-13-2025

Department

School of Behavioral Sciences

Degree

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD)

Chair

Patrick Slowinski

Keywords

Human Resources, Person-Environment Fit, Person-Organization Fit, Person-Supervisor Fit, Person-Job Fit, Job Performance, HR, ASA Model, Person-Environment Fit Theory, Interactional Psychology Theory, Attraction-Selection-Attrition Theory, Workplace Challenges, Workplace Changes

Disciplines

Human Resources Management | Psychology

Abstract

Person-environment (PE) fit is central to the interactional psychology (IP) theory, which is the behavioral consequences of the interface between individuals and their environment. According to both PE fit and IP theories, employee motivation, job satisfaction, and job performance are enhanced when individuals are compatible with various aspects of the workplace. In this single-subject, bounded case study, the researcher explored HR’s influence on job performance and person-organization, person-job, and person-supervisor fit. The sole participant is a subject matter expert with over 35 years of experience in HR-related fields. The study procedures consisted of four interview sessions, an observational/field study, and two member-checking sessions. The researcher employed content data analysis to generate codes and themes, using a multi-layered theoretical framework grounded in PE fit, IP, and the attraction-selection-attrition theories. Three central findings emerged: (a) the evolving workplace challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) suggested that technological advancements have the most significant impact on PE fit; (b) flexible work arrangements was the main driver for engaging and motivating the workforce, and the highest contributor to improved job performance; and (c) HR’s influence on employees’ PE fit and job performance was determined by its prioritization of AI, technology, and other evolving changes in the workplace. The study’s findings are supported by existing research, which affirms that HR’s presence is necessary to positively impact PE fit and maximize job performance. Furthermore, the study provides new insights that contribute to science and practice.

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