Code No.  413.5

CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE REDUCTION IN FORCE

It is the exclusive power of the board to determine when a reduction in classified employees is necessary.  Employees who are terminated due to a reduction in force will be given thirty days notice.  Due process will be followed for terminations due to a reduction in force.

It is the responsibility of the superintendent to make a recommendation for termination to the board.  The superintendent will consider the relative qualifications, skills, ability and demonstrated performance through evaluation procedures in making the recommendations.

Legal Reference:	Iowa Code §§ 20.7, .24 (2013).

Cross Reference:	407.5	Licensed Employee Reduction in Force
	413.3	Classified Employee Suspension
	413.4	Classified Employee Dismissal
	703	Budget

Approved June 9, 2003	Reviewed 2/20/19 	Revised