At work, each of us conducts official business on behalf of the Postal Service™; however, vigilance doesnât stop once weâre off the clock. In an increasingly connected world, USPSÂź employees must incorporate cybersecurity best practices at all times, whether we are at home or on the go. For National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), the…
As referenced in Article 8, sections 4 and 5, of the USPS-NALC and USPS-APWU national agreements, the December period (during which penalty overtime regulations are not applicable) consists of 4 consecutive service weeks. This year, the December period begins Pay Period 25-18, Week 2 (December 1, 2018) and ends Pay Period 01-19, Week 1 (December…
The Postal Service has announced price changes to take effect next year. The USPS governors approved the proposed changes, which will be reviewed by the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) before they take effect Jan. 27. The governors believe these new rates will keep the Postal Service competitive while providing the agency with needed revenue. The…
Yesterday, Oct. 8, thousands of postal workers and supporters participated in over a hundred rallies across the country to proclaim that the U.S. Mail Is Not For Sale! This National Day of Action was sponsored jointly by the four postal unions. âThe Postal Service belongs to the people,â said APWU President Mark Dimondstein. âThe last…
In the last several months weâve seen a lot of post offices suspend operations due to extreme weather. But natural disasters arenât the only reason for emergency suspensions. U.S. Postal Service district managers may also suspend the operations of any post office, station, or branch under its jurisdiction for: Termination of a lease or rental…
The Postal Service is offering suggested mail-by dates for customers who want to send holiday letters and packages to diplomatic and military service members overseas. The dates are listed in an Oct. 9 news release, along with details on ordering free military care kits and guidelines for addressing packages to Army/Air Post Offices, Fleet Post…
By Bill Cieslewicz – October 9, 2018 The U.S. Postal Service is planning to hire up to 100 employees in Cincinnati next week. The Postal Service is looking to fill up to 100 carrier assistant positions in its Cincinnati stations and branch offices. Starting salary for the positions that could lead to full time is…
The sudden termination of OPM Director Jeff Tien Han Pon on Friday does not bode well for postal workersâ benefits. After the midterm elections, watch out! Trump abruptly replaces federal personnel director after just 7 months | Washington Post First Name: Don Last Name: Cheney Email: doncheney@live.com Union/Local: APWU – Auburn WA Local Office held if any: Retired…
