1. If an employee transfers to a new department and later transfers back to the former department, what is the impact on their departmental seniority?
Once an employee transfers out of a department, departmental seniority is lost unless the employee transfers back prior to the expiration of the qualifying period pursuant to HR-109 Probationary and Qualifying Periods. See HR 117 Layoff for special provisions for employees in layoff status.
2. Does seniority change if an employee transfers to another department?
Yes, although a transfer does not impact an employee’s University seniority, it does change department seniority. Department seniority is calculated based on the employee’s service in the new department.
3. May a hiring supervisor contact an employee’s current department before making an offer?
Yes. Hiring supervisors should contact employees’ current supervisor and human resources before making an offer. Therefore, employees are encouraged to discuss their interest in transferring positions with their current supervisor or department.
Date Created: 09/01/2004
Last Updated: 10/23/2009; posted 12/23/2023 with an effective date 01/01/2024