Reduction in Grade Clause Samples
A Reduction in Grade clause allows an employer to lower an employee's job classification, rank, or pay grade, typically as a disciplinary measure or due to organizational restructuring. In practice, this clause outlines the conditions under which a reduction can occur, such as performance issues or redundancy, and may specify notice requirements or appeal procedures for the affected employee. Its core function is to provide a clear, contractual mechanism for adjusting an employee's status while ensuring both parties understand the process and implications, thereby reducing disputes and maintaining organizational flexibility.
Reduction in Grade. Any employee in a grade higher than that announced in the vacancy notice may submit an application for the posted vacancy in accordance with the provisions of this Article. If the applicant is successful, the reduction in grade will be concurrent with the appointment to the new position.
Reduction in Grade. The involuntary assignment of an employee to a position at a lower classification or job grading level.
Reduction in Grade. The involuntary assignment to a lower grade on the same pay schedule.
Reduction in Grade. If the employee accepts an offer of a reduction-in-grade based on the employee's inability to meet performance standards due to medical reasons, the employee will be protected by saved pay.
Reduction in Grade. The involuntary assignment of an employee to a position at a lower classification or grade level. Reduction in Grade or Pay- The involuntary assignment of an employee to a position at a lower classification or job grading level. Removal- The involuntary separation of an employee from employment with the agency, except when taken as a reduction-in-force action. Reorganization- The planned elimination, addition, or redistribution of functions or duties in an organization or activity. Reprimand- A written notice to an employee which sets forth specific actions of misconduct by the employee which are of such a serious nature that lesser corrective action would not be effective. Reprimands are filed in the electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF). Reviewing Official- The Reviewing Official is normally one level above the Rating Official. Selection Roster- A list of the best qualified candidates, identified through competitive placement procedures, for use by a selecting official in filling a vacancy. Selective Placement Factor- A selective placement factor is a knowledge, skill, ability or other characteristic in addition to the basic qualification standard that is essential for satisfactory performance on the job. The following are examples of appropriate selective factors for determining eligibility when the factors are essential for successful job performance:
Reduction in Grade. Any employee in a grade higher than that announced in the vacancy notice, may submit an application for the posted vacancy in accordance with the provisions of this Article. If the applicant is successful, the reduction in grade will be concurrent with the appointment to the new position. DocuSign Envelope ID: 5E37E820-D78C-435B-A897-B815AA4AF78F DocuSign Envelope ID: 36CD0CC2-D7FD-4785-828A-4FAA434AD0F5 DocuSign Envelope ID: D5F4031F-7683-49E2-A272-F97611ABD4DE ARTICLE 17: LAYOFF & RECALL
A. Procedures In the event of a reduction of personnel, the parties shall endeavor to maintain as near as possible the same percentage of minority and female employees as existed immediately prior thereto, where under-utilization or under representation exists. Subject to this understanding, those employees having least seniority within classification would be considered first for release.
B. Notice to Union In the event management becomes aware of an impending reduction in the work force, it shall, when practical, notify the Union twenty-one (21) days prior to notification to the employees.
C. Meeting with Union Within five (5) days of management notice to the Union of an impending layoff, management shall meet with the Union and discuss the impact of the layoff on the affected employee(s). This discussion shall include, but shall not be limited to the following: