PURPOSE

This NPG establishes, in accordance with applicable law and regulations, the responsibilities, procedures, and guidelines for conducting Reduction in Force, transfer of function, or furlough for more than 30 days. NASA will conduct such actions based on careful consideration of legitimate management and mission-related requirements. These procedures document the Agency's RIF procedures for removal of members of the Senior Executive Service (SES) to comply with 5 CFR 359.601(c). This NPG provides Agency direction, which should be used in conjunction with the referenced statutory and regulatory requirements. Center Personnel Offices should be consulted for further information and guidance.

APPLICABILITY

This NPG is applicable to career members of the SES and all non-SES employees at NASA Headquarters and NASA Centers, including Component Facilities. This NPG does not apply to noncareer, limited, or reemployed annuitant SES members who serve at the discretion of the Administrator. Unless otherwise indicated, use of the word Center(s) in the text of the NPG includes NASA Headquarters and any reference to Center Director(s) includes the Associate Administrator for Headquarters Operations.