Overview

Reduction in Force or RIF is the layoff of a classified employee from employment due to lack of work, lack of funds, or otherwise pursuant to management rights. RIF’ed employees may have certain reemployment rights.

The Reduction-In-Force FAQ is intended to provide general information about the lay off/RIF process and general RIF Reemployment (Recall) information. This is an overview only; individual situations will vary. It is important that you read the collective bargaining agreement language regarding RIF and contact your Department HR Administrator with questions.