Common use of Reduction by Seniority Clause in Contracts

Reduction by Seniority. While the District reserves the right to determine positions to be eliminated, the District will reduce hours and/or lay off on the basis of seniority within each affected job classification. Exceptions to seniority shall be based on demonstrated special occupational skills. Seniority shall mean job classification seniority first and bargaining unit seniority second. Seniority ties shall be broken by lot on the first day of work.