Resigning from USD
Planning Your Departure
Employees who choose to resign should notify their supervisor in writing and include their intended last day of employment. As a professional courtesy, employees are encouraged to provide at least two weeks' notice.
Once Human Resources receives notification of your resignation, we will:
Provide information about the separation process.
Send an Exit Survey.
Coordinate the clearance process with your department and applicable campus offices.
What to Expect
Separation Process
Submit Your Resignation
Notify your supervisor in writing and provide your last day of employment.
Human Resources Contacts You
Receive information about the separation process and Exit Survey.
Complete Your Transition
Return university property and complete any remaining separation requirements.
Applying for Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment Resources
Employees seeking unemployment benefits may apply through the California Employment Development Department (EDD).

