Management Directed Reassignment: What's Next?
A management directed reassignment (MDR) is not a new concept for agencies, but recent instances have been unexpected, coming "out of the blue."
When faced with an MDR, federal employees should ask numerous questions before making a decision, according to attorneys specializing in federal workforce issues.
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.
Experts advise inquiring about the type of information an employee would typically want to know about their new role, such as the job title and responsibilities.
- Ask about the reporting structure
- Ask about the duties
- Ask about the job title
Recently, dozens of federal employees, including multiple DHS employees, have received management directed reassignments with little notice.
Author's summary: Employees should ask questions before deciding on an MDR.