(a) If a probationary appointee is identified for reduction in force under §359.602(a), removal action is taken under §359.405. Placement rights outside the SES are covered under subpart G of this part.

(b) If a career appointee who has completed the probationary period, or who did not have to serve one, is identified for reduction in force under §359.602(a) and is not placed elsewhere in the SES under §359.602(b) or §359.603, or declines a placement offer under §359.603, removal action is taken under §359.604(b). Placement rights outside the SES are covered under subpart G of this part.