Displacing in a Lower Class Clause Samples
The "Displacing in a Lower Class" clause defines the conditions under which an employee may be reassigned to a position in a lower job classification, typically as an alternative to layoff or redundancy. In practice, this clause outlines the process for identifying eligible employees, the criteria for selecting available lower-class positions, and the implications for salary and benefits following such a move. Its core function is to provide job security by allowing employees to retain employment, albeit in a lower-ranked role, rather than facing termination, thereby balancing organizational needs with employee protection.
Displacing in a Lower Class. An employee affected by layoff may, at his/her discretion, in lieu of layoff, displace an employee in a class previously held by the employee or in succeeding lower classes in the class series who has less retention points. Retention point computation for displacement purposes are made as determined for the original layoff. This is considered a voluntary demotion.