Common use of Request for Assignment Clause in Contracts

Request for Assignment. The request by an employee for a transfer to a different class, building or position must be made in writing (includes e-mail) and presented to the Superintendent. The Administration will provide copies of all requests for assignment to the VEA President as received. 1. Requests for reassignment may be made by the employee as an available position is announced, in advance, or at the time of the posting of a vacant position. Requests will be kept on file by the Administration until September 15th of each year. Employees must renew their requests annually. 2. The application shall set forth the reasons for the request, the school, grade or position sought and the applicant’s academic qualifications which support the request. 3. The request of a transfer/reassignment shall be acknowledged by the district in writing (includes e-mail) within five working days. 4. The Administration shall respond in writing (includes e-mail) within five (5) days following a staffing decision to each employee who has requested a transfer. Said reply shall include a response to the transfer request and state the reason(s) for denial or acceptance.