Understanding Management Directed Reassignment
A management directed reassignment is not a new concept for agencies, but recent instances have been unexpected, coming "out of the blue."
When faced with such a reassignment, federal employees are advised to ask questions before making a decision. According to Erik Snyder, counsel with Gilbert Employment Law, employees should inquire about the reporting structure, duties, and job title, as this information is often lacking in the reassignment letters.
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.
It is essential for employees to understand their new role and responsibilities, including the type of work they will be doing. Multiple DHS employees have recently received management directed reassignments with no prior notice, highlighting the need for clarity and transparency in such situations.
Author's summary: Federal employees receiving management directed reassignments should ask questions to understand their new role.