Common use of Equal Seniority Clause in Contracts

Equal Seniority. If it is found that two (2) or more employees in the Agency in which the layoff is to be made have equal seniority, then the greatest length of continuous service in the Agency shall be used. If ties between employees still exist, the order of layoff shall be determined by the Agency in such manner as to conserve for the State the services of the most qualified employee.

Equal Seniority. If it is found that two (2) or more employees in the Agency in which the layoff is to be made have equal seniority, then the greatest length of continuous service in the Agency shall be used. If ties between employees still exist, the order of layoff shall be determined by the Agency in such a manner as to conserve for the State the services of the most qualified employee.