A management directed reassignment is not a new concept for agencies, but recent instances have been unexpected, coming "out of the blue."
When receiving such a reassignment, federal employees are advised to ask questions before making a decision, as it can be a career-altering choice.
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.
According to Erik Snyder, counsel with Gilbert Employment Law, employees should inquire about the type of information they would want to know about their new role, including the job title and duties.
Author's summary: Federal employees receiving management directed reassignments should ask questions before deciding.