This policy addresses position abolishment and employee layoffs. It does not cover terminations for cause, non-renewal of contracts for reasons unrelated to a RIF, or voluntary separation programs, which are addressed in other University policies or programs.

The specific administrative or academic unit(s) of KSU where positions are identified for reduction or elimination.

The right of an employee whose position is eliminated to displace another employee in an equal- or lower-graded position for which they are qualified.

The involuntary separation of an employee from their position as a result of a RIF.

Documented work performance, typically assessed through official KSU performance-evaluation processes.

The formal elimination of a job position from KSU's organizational structure.

The process by which a laid-off employee may be offered re-employment to a vacant position for which they are qualified, typically within a defined period.

The permanent elimination of one or more filled positions, or a reduction in budgeted hours for one or more filled positions leading to a layoff, due to reasons such as lack of funds, lack of work, reorganization, changes in institutional mission or academic/administrative programs, or technological changes.

A lump-sum payment or series of payments that may be offered to an employee upon layoff, subject to KSU policy and applicable legal requirements.