Management Directed Reassignment: What's Next?
Recently, dozens of federal employees have received management directed reassignments with little notice, leaving them with a short time to make a potentially career-altering decision.
Experts advise employees to ask plenty of questions before making a decision.
Ask for the reporting structure. Ask for the duties and the job title, because in some of these letters that we’ve seen, they’ve got nothing, says Erik Snyder, counsel with Gilbert Employment Law.
- Ask about the reporting structure
- Ask about the duties and job title
- Seek information about the new role
Multiple DHS employees have received such reassignments with no prior notice, highlighting the need for clarity and transparency in the process.
Author's summary: Federal employees receiving management directed reassignments should ask questions to make informed decisions.