NC State University

Policy for Demotion/Reassignment

 

Additional References: Office of State Personnel - Demotion or Reassignment; Human Resources: Demotion/Reassignment

Contact Info: Employment Services (919-515-2135).

As an agency of the state of North Carolina, NC State University is required to follow various federal and state laws and regulations, as well as policies and regulations of the University of North Carolina.

1. PURPOSE

Demotion is a transfer to a position of lower salary grade, resulting from either unsatisfactory performance or disciplinary action. Prior to implementing a demotion, refer to the procedures in Disciplinary and Grievance Policies and Procedures.

Reassignment is a transfer to a position of a lower salary grade. The transfer results from a mutual agreement between the employee and employer. A reassignment may also result from organizational changes made to address needs within the department or organization.


2. COVERED EMPLOYEES

Full time and part-time permanent SPA (Staff) employees, persons in time-limited appointments, trainees, and probationary employees are covered by this policy.