Transformation of POLRI's Leadership Style in Managing the Unique Potential of Gen Z Personnel as a Foundation for Building a Positive Image of Traffic Police Accepted by the Public

Authors

  • Shinta Ayu Pramesti Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kepolisian, Indonesia
  • Joko Setiono Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kepolisian, Indonesia
  • Purwadi Wahyu Anggoro Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kepolisian, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.38035/jgsp.v3i3.434

Keywords:

Polri leadership, Generation Z, Traffic Police, institutional image, police reform

Abstract

The transformation of leadership styles within the Indonesian National Police (Polri) has become a strategic necessity amidst the growing dominance of personnel from Generation Z. This generation brings distinct characteristics from their predecessors, such as openness to technology, a preference for collaborative work patterns, and expectations for participatory and meaningful leadership. Meanwhile, Polri's traditional leadership style remains rooted in hierarchical, one-way command structures, often clashing with the expectations of Gen Z personnel. In the context of Traffic Police (Polantas), the successful management of this generation’s human resources has a direct impact on public perception and the institutional image. This study uses a normative juridical method with a conceptual approach and analysis of the latest regulations, such as Law No. 2 of 2002 on the National Police, Polri Regulation No. 7 of 2022 on the Police Professional Code of Ethics and its Commission, and the Ministry of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform Regulation No. 6 of 2022 on ASN Performance Management. The findings indicate that an adaptive leadership style grounded in values, technology, and two-way communication can address internal challenges while enhancing the image of Polantas as professional, humanistic, and transparent. Optimizing Gen Z’s potential within Polri’s organizational structure -especially in public service units like Polantas- requires organizational culture transformation, contextual training, and an accountable performance management system. The synergy between internal development and public participation is key to achieving long-term success in this transformation.

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Published

2025-08-27

How to Cite

Pramesti, S. A., Setiono, J., & Anggoro, P. W. (2025). Transformation of POLRI’s Leadership Style in Managing the Unique Potential of Gen Z Personnel as a Foundation for Building a Positive Image of Traffic Police Accepted by the Public. Jurnal Greenation Sosial Dan Politik, 3(3), 530–538. https://doi.org/10.38035/jgsp.v3i3.434

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