New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 4A - CIVIL SERVICE
Chapter 8 - LAYOFFS
Subchapter 1 - PROCEDURES
Section 4A:8-1.3 - Pre-layoff actions

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 4A:8-1.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024

(a) Appointing authorities shall lessen the possibility, extent or impact of layoffs by implementing, as appropriate, pre-layoff actions which may include, but are not limited to:

1. Initiating a temporary hiring and/or promotion freeze;

2. Separating non-permanent employees;

3. Returning provisional employees to their permanent titles;

4. Reassigning employees; and

5. Assisting potentially affected employees in securing transfers or other employment.

(b) The appointing authority shall to the extent possible lessen the impact of any layoff action on permanent employees by first placing employees without permanent status, and then those with the least seniority, in positions being vacated, reclassified or abolished.

(c) Appointing authorities shall consult with affected negotiations representatives prior to initiating measures under this section.

(d) Upon request by an appointing authority, assistance may be provided by Civil Service Commission staff in implementing pre-layoff measures.

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