How to Initiate a Layoff or Reduction in Time
Consult an Employee and Labor Relations Analyst before considering possible layoff or reduction in time.
Steps to Initiate a Layoff or Reduction in Time |
Step One |
Determine the rationale for the action. Reasons for such action are lack of funds, lack of work, or reorganization.
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Step Two |
Determine the needs of the new organization.
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Step Three |
Compare the proposed new organization to the existing organization.
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Step Four |
Review the pertinent layoff article.
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Step Five |
Prepare layoff proposal.
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Step Six |
Wait for Employee Relations to process the layoff proposal.
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Step Seven |
Notify affected employee(s).
Allow sufficient time for the employee to ask questions. |
Step Eight |
Provide support.
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Step Nine |
Communicate the situation to the rest of your department.
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