What is an employment retention rating and how does it factor into layoff?
The employment retention rating is the basis for determining layoff options for non-represented employees. Back to top What are competencies? Competencies are the measurable and observable knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors critical to an employee’s success in a key job role or function. Back to top Are ‘competencies’ as used in the rules the same as ‘skills and abilities’ as used in the collective bargaining agreements (CBAs)? Operationally, the CBA term ‘skills and abilities’ is equivalent to ‘knowledge, skills, and abilities’ as defined in Washington State’s Competency Model. Competencies also include behaviors, but most organizations will likely focus on knowledge, skills, and abilities when determining layoff options. Some CBAs specifically define ‘skills and abilities’ for layoff as documented criteria found in: • Licensing and certification requirements. • State and federal requirements. • Position descriptions. • Recruitment announcements. • Bona fide occupational requ
