Letters of Resignation

All resignations should be in writing addressed to the employee's immediate supervisor. Resignation letters should include effective separation dates consistent with prescribed notice periods as provided under applicable collective bargaining agreements. In in the absence of such provision in the union bargaining agreement and absent extenuating circumstances, it is customary to provide at least two (2) weeks' notice. Departments are encouraged to process the resignation promptly to ensure that the necessary actions to separate and de-board the employee commences without delay .

Research Foundation Employees may sign the bottom of the Employee Change Form (RF).

SAMPLE RESIGNATION LETTER

To: (enter supervisor's name)
From: (enter your name)
Date: (enter today's date)
Reason: (resignation)

I hereby resign my position as  _____________ (enter position title), with an effective date of the close of business on   __/__/___ (enter date).

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