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 shall be given fourteen calendar days notice.  Due process will be followed for terminations due to a reduction in force.

It shall be 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 (1995). 

 Cross Reference:    407.05  Licensed Employee Reduction in Force 

                                413.03  Classified Employee Suspension

                                413.04  Classified Employee Dismissal

                                 703    Budget

Approved 8/18/11     Reviewed  10/21/20              Revised