Common use of Reduction Sequence Clause in Contracts

Reduction Sequence. 35.02.1 If it is probable that a reduction of Regular or Probationary Faculty Members will be necessary, the Faculty Association will be notified immediately of the probability and the areas in which it might occur. 35.02.2 At least thirty days before the University intends to give written notice to the Regular and/or Probationary Faculty Members affected, the University will arrange meetings with the Faculty Association to explore alternatives. Alternatives may include reassignment, subject to the operational requirements of the University. Such reassignment will be made by the relevant ▇▇▇▇, in consultation with the affected Faculty Member. The Faculty Member will have the option to refuse reassignment and accept salary and time reduction of an equivalent percentage time to the class that has inadequate enrollment. Such reassignment or time reduction shall only be for the semester period during which the enrollment deficiency occurs. 35.02.3 If the reductions in the number of Regular and/or Probationary Faculty Members are necessary, the order will be on the basis of reverse seniority within the specific art discipline area. Leave of absence is not an interruption of continuous employment for purposes of applying this provision. 35.02.4 Wherever possible, Regular and/or Probationary Faculty Members affected by such reduction will be given preference for movement to another instructional area of the University for purposes of employment, provided no other Regular and/or Probationary Faculty Member will be displaced as a result.