Exceptions to the order of layoff

View requests and changes to layoff order for roles that require special skills, as approved by the Human Resources director.

Resources

2024 Exceptions to the order of layoff

Departments can request a change in layoff order for specialized roles, subject to approval by the Human Resources director.
2023 Exceptions to the order of layoff

Departments can request a change in layoff order for specialized roles, subject to approval by the Human Resources director.
Transportation Authority (SFMTA) layoff order exceptions

When the SFMTA sees that a role needs special skills or qualifications not identified in the classification specification (like speaking a second language), it may ask its director to place a "special condition" on the position.
Past exceptions to the order of layoff

Archive reports (2019-2023) that document roles excepted from the standard layoff order for special skills.

Contact us

If you have a concern or question about one of these postings, please write to the:

Human Resources Director, 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103

Include the:

  • Date of the posting
  • Department in which the position belongs
  • DHR Position Number
  • Specific reason for your request 

When Human Resources gets your request, they will forward it to the hiring department for further review.

Your message must be received no later than 30 days from the posting date.

If an issue or concern is not resolved after you connect with the hiring department, you can file an appeal through the Civil Service Commission.

Departments

Human Resources