Common use of Selection Criteria for Reduction in Rank Clause in Contracts

Selection Criteria for Reduction in Rank. In the event a reduction in force is required by Port management, those individuals shall be retained as Sergeants who, in the Port management's opinion, are most qualified to carry-on the future work of the organization. Sergeants shall not be laid-off under this Agreement but may be reduced in rank when a reduction in force is implemented. A Sergeant reduced in rank under provisions of this Article shall return to his/her seniority position as a Police Officer, as defined under the provisions of the Port Police Officers’ Agreement. Selection for reduction in rank shall primarily be made on the basis of performance and skill; however, length of service shall also be a factor in determining the retention of a Sergeant’s position when management evaluates the performance and skill of two (2) or more individuals as equal. In addition, the impact of a reduction in force on affected classes shall be considered in view of the Port's Affirmative Action Plan.

Selection Criteria for Reduction in Rank. In the event a reduction in force is required by Port management, those individuals shall be retained as Sergeants who, in the Port management's opinion, are most qualified to carry-on the future work of the organization. Sergeants shall not be laid-off under this Agreement but may be reduced in rank when a reduction in force is implemented. A Sergeant reduced in rank under provisions of this Article shall return to his/her their seniority position as a Police Officer, as defined under the provisions of the Port Police Officers’ ' Agreement. Selection for reduction in rank shall primarily be made on the basis of performance and skill; however, length of service shall also be a factor in determining the retention of a Sergeant’s 's position when management evaluates the performance and skill of two (2) or more individuals as equal. In addition, the impact of a reduction in force on affected classes shall be considered in view of the Port's Affirmative Action Plan.