An Opting employee is an indeterminate employee who does not receive a GRJO. In writing, they are offered three options under Section 6.4 of the WFAD. The employee must select one of the options in writing within 120 days of notification. Once one of the options is picked and submitted in writing, the employee cannot change their option.

If no option is selected, Option A is deemed selected by default.

If a reasonable job offer (not requiring relocation) is made before the employee selects an option, they become ineligible for Options A, B, or C.

You may find details on the three options in the WFAD key elements flowchart (Appendix D).