Understanding Street-Level Bureaucracy
Understanding Street-Level Bureaucracy by Peter L. Hupe, published by Policy Press in July 2015, is a comprehensive edited volume that explores the complexities of modern street-level bureaucracy. This first edition, comprising 391 pages, presents a detailed examination of the roles public officials play as they interact with the public, focusing on the delivery of services, regulation of behavior, and the maintenance of public values.
Readers will find a thorough analysis of the theoretical frameworks and research surrounding street-level bureaucracy, with contributions from internationally recognized scholars. The book delves into critical questions regarding discretionary autonomy and hierarchical control, while also offering insights for future research in public policy delivery. It serves as a significant resource for students and researchers interested in public administration, social services, and the political process.
Official synopsis Publisher
This wide-ranging edited volume provides a state of the art account of theory and research on modern street-level bureaucracy, gathering internationally acclaimed scholars to address the varying roles of public officials who fulfill their tasks while interacting with the public. These roles include the delivery of benefits and services, the regulation of social and economic behavior, and the expression and maintenance of public values.
Questions about the extent of discretionary autonomy and the feasibility of hierarchical control are discussed in depth, with suggestions made for the further development of research in this field. Hence the book fills an important gap in the literature on public policy delivery, making it a valuable text for students and researchers of public policy, public administration and public management.
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Understanding Street-Level Bureaucracy” about?
Who is the author of “Understanding Street-Level Bureaucracy”?
When was “Understanding Street-Level Bureaucracy” published?
What is the ISBN for “Understanding Street-Level Bureaucracy”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
