Line Authority(Line Managers)

In organizations, having what managers call Line Authority traditionally gives managers the right to issue orders to other managers or employees. Line authority therefore creates a superior ( order giver)-subordinate ( order receiver) relationship.

Line Authority gives the manager the right to issue orders.

Human Resource Duties of Line Managers:

1. Placing the right person in the right job.
2. Starting new employees in the organization (orientation).
3. Training employees for jobs that are new to them.
4. Improving the job performance of each person.
5. Gaining cooperation and developing smooth working relationships.
6. Interpreting the company's policies and procedures.
7. Controlling labor costs.
8. Developing the abilities of each person.
9. Creating and maintaining department morale.
10. Protecting the employees health and physical condition.