Layoff resources

As a department administrator, there may be times when you have to layoff employees in your department. The following information and resources will assist you through this process. Please contact MSU Human Resources before implementing any layoff or reduction in force plan at 517-353-4434 or email.

Policies, Procedures, and Helpful Information

Budget and Layoff Considerations for Support Staff

Frequently Asked Questions

Layoff Effect on Benefits

Layoff Process for Support Staff Employees

Layoff Policy and Procedure for Support Staff Employees

Layoff Notice Periods by Union Group

Recall Process by Union

Reduction in Force Summary Chart by Union

Support Staff High Level Layoff Overview

Documents and Templates

2025 Budget Reduction Layoff Checklist (PDF)

Layoff Request Template (Excel) 

LTAP (Layoff Transition Adjustment Payment) Calculator (Excel)

LTAP Letter Template (Word)