
Division of Human Resources 
Notification of Termination During 
Initial Probationary Period 
 
                                                                                                                                                          Employee Relations/Probationary Employees 
Questions: (813) 974-2970         Rev. 1/2009 
LETTERHEAD 
Sample Format 
DATE 
NAME 
ADDRESS 
CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE 
 
Dear Mr./Ms. NAME: 
 
This is to notify you that you are being terminated from your [CLASS TITLE] position in [ORGANIZATIONAL 
UNIT] effective at the close of business on [DATE].  The reason for termination is your failure to successfully 
complete your probationary period. 
 
If you currently have health insurance through USF, you will receive information from State of Florida People First 
explaining your right to continue your coverage under COBRA.  Also, I encourage you to contact a Benefits 
Representative in Human Resources at (813) 974-2970 for any questions you may have regarding your benefits. 
 
Sincerely, 
 
 
NAME 
TITLE 
 
Copy to:  [INSERT AS APPLICABLE] 
HR Personnel File