Common use of Layoff Sequence Clause in Contracts

Layoff Sequence. Where job performance, ability and qualifications of RCHEA Employees in the same job classification are substantially equal, length of continuous service as a City employee shall govern in all layoffs of Employees covered by this Agreement, with the newer Employee to be the first laid off. Whenever a junior Employee is given preference over a senior Employee in this connection the latter shall be given, at his/her request, a written statement of the reasons. Whenever an Employee is laid off the Employee shall be given the opportunity to meet with their department director and have explained to him/her how the City arrived at its decision to lay that person off.