Common use of Probationary Release Clause in Contracts

Probationary Release. During the probationary period, an employee, who has not yet obtained regular status in any classification may be terminated from employment by the Department Head without cause and without right of appeal. The affected employee may request a meeting with the Department Head to discuss the reasons for release. An employee who is rejected while serving a probationary period after promotion shall be returned to the employee’s former classification in which the employee previously passed probation.