(1) The base salary of an employee who accepts a demotion in lieu of layoff must be set in accordance with WAC 357-28-135.

(2) If the demotion is a result of a reasonable accommodation, they may be appointed to step M in accordance with WAC 357-28-084.

(3) An employee demoted for any other reason must be paid within the salary range of the class to which the position is allocated. The employee's base salary must be determined in accordance with the employer's salary determination policy.