Common use of Bumping into a Position in a Lower Classification for Which Qualified Clause in Contracts

Bumping into a Position in a Lower Classification for Which Qualified. If a Unit Member is not able to transfer into a vacant position or bump as provided above, the Unit Member may bump into a position in a lower classification that is related by the essential functions to the position from which the Unit Member is laid off or bumped, and for which the Unit Member meets the minimum qualifications as stated in the job description, as mutually agreed upon by CSEA and the District, providing the Unit Member’s hire date seniority is greater than the hire date seniority of the Unit Member holding employment in the lower classification.