1135.1 The University shall administer fair and equitable procedures for reduction-in-force ("RIF") when RIF actions are necessary.

1135.2 Whenever a position is abolished, discontinued, vacated, or transferred from one work unit to another under full jurisdiction of the University for any of the following reasons, the University may reassign, modify the work schedule, or change the responsibilities of an affected employee:

(a) Stoppage or lack of work;

(b) Lack of funds;

(c) Material change or elimination of duties or programs; or

(d) Reorganization.

1135.3 The University shall notify each affected certified bargaining unit of its intent to implement a reduction-in-force procedure prior to notifying any potential affected employee.

1135.4 Each affected employee shall be given at least ninety (90) days advance notice of a RIF action. The notices shall be issued by the President or the appropriate vice president.

1135.5 Employees who are transferred to a lower position as a result of a RIF shall be entitled to continue to receive their present rate of pay for one (1) year.