Nondiscriminatory.

4-07-11-06. Nondiscriminatory. An appointing authority that initiates a reduction-in-force shall do so only in a nondiscriminatory manner in accordance with North Dakota Century Code section 14-02.4-01. Additionally, an appointing authority may not use a reduction-in-force as a substitute for disciplinary measures. History: Effective May 1, 1994. General Authority: NDCC 54-44.3-12 Law Implemented: NDCC 54-44.3-12(1)