Purpose: This study is aimed at analyzing the influence of emotional intelligence, competence, and career
development on employee performance at UPTD PSDA WS Cimanuk-Cisanggarung.

Design/methodology/approach: The study applied a quantitative research survey approach, involving 75 ASN and
Non-ASN employees.

Findings: The findings of this research paper indicate that emotional intelligence (t-value = 4.710 > t-table = 1.946,
Sig. = 0.000 < 0.05), competence (t-value = 3.244 > t-table = 1.946, Sig. = 0.002 < 0.05), and career development (t
value = 4.724 > t-table = 1.946, Sig. = 0.000 < 0.05) all have a positive and significant influence on employee
performance. Among these factors, career development exhibits the strongest influence.

Research limitations/implications: The scope of this research is restricted to a sample of employees at UPTD PSDA
WS Cimanuk-Cisanggarung, therefore the results may not be generalizable to other organizations. In addition, this
study examines uses three independent variables without considering other factors that may also affect employee
performance.

Practical implications: This study provides recommendations for UPTD PSDA WS Cimanuk-Cisanggarung to
provide more equitable career development opportunities, improve training programs, and strengthen emotional
intelligence in the work environment to improve overall employee performance.

Originality/value: This research offers a comprehensive understanding of the significance of emotional intelligence,
competence, and career development in enhancing employee performance, particularly within Indonesia’s public
sector organizations.

Paper type: Research paper