Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # South Jersey Area Local 0526 - APWU Continuing The Fight! ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://apwusjal0526.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Our National President Sets The Record Straight](https://apwusjal0526.org/our-national-president-sets-the-record-straight) - [JOIN THIS LIVE STREAM](https://apwusjal0526.org/join-this-live-stream) - "Hearing with the Commissioners of the Postal Regulatory Commission" Committee: Oversight Subcommittee on Government Operations Date/Time: Thursday, June 4 at 10:00am Location: Rayburn House Office Building Room 2154 Website: https://oversight.house.gov/hearing/hearing-with-the-commissioners-of-the-postal-regulatory-commission/ This hearing will be livestreamed in real time on the committee website, and the recording will be made available following the hearing. Feel free to - [APWU Retirement Prep Class April 2026](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-retirement-prep-class-april-2026) - APWU hosts a retirement prep class April 28, 2026 in Blackwood NJ covering FERS, CSRS, TSP, and Social Security basics. - [More On Retroactive Pay](https://apwusjal0526.org/more-on-retroactive-pay) - More information on the retroactive pay from Charlie Cash Retroactive payments owed to the APWU represented employees under the main agreement were made and will show on the April 10, 2026, paychecks. Employees not covered by the main agreement (Nurses, HRSSC, IT/AS, or any Private Sector APWU contract) are not entitled to this payment. You - [USPS Suspends FERS Funding: What Postal Workers Need to Know Now](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-fers-suspension-workers-impact) - USPS has suspended FERS funding. Learn what this means for postal workers, retirement, and why staying engaged matters now. - [Message from Charlie Cash](https://apwusjal0526.org/message-from-charlie-cash) - The retroactive pay will be on paychecks this Friday. As with the last two retroactive payments made, I am already receiving calls that employees did not receive their retroactive payments or that it was not as much as it should have been. I am in the process of basically redoing the write up that we - [What the PMG’s Statement Means for US – And Why WE Must Act](https://apwusjal0526.org/pmg-statement-usps-workers-impact) - The PMG’s statement outlines major changes ahead for USPS. Learn what it means for jobs, benefits, and why members must take action now. - [USPS Privatization Warning Signs in 2026](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-privatization-warning-signs-2026) - USPS rate hikes, parcel shifts, digital mail reductions, and private carrier deals signal structural changes. What this means for postal workers. - [USPS Retiree Incentive and W-2 Request Steps](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-retiree-w2-request-incentive-update) - How USPS retirees can update their address, request W-2 reprints, and receive incentive payment tax forms through HRSSC. - [Mail-In Voter Challenge 2026](https://apwusjal0526.org/mail-in-voter-challenge-2026) - Overview of reported 2026 mail in voter challenges and why community awareness and verified facts matter before taking action. - [Roth TSP Changes in 2026](https://apwusjal0526.org/roth-tsp-2026-changes-postal-employees) - Major Roth TSP changes are coming in 2026. Learn how new rules affect postal employees, contributions, and retirement planning. - [APWU Retirement Planning Zoom Workshop](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-retirement-planning-zoom-workshop) - APWU Retirees Department hosts a FERS, CSRS, and CSRS Offset retirement planning Zoom on December 20, 2025 at 12 PM EST. - [USPS 2025 Pay Increases & Retroactive Checks](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-pay-increases-2025-retroactive-cola) - USPS announces 2024-2027 pay increases, retroactive payments, COLA, and early implementation of key pay provisions for career and PSE employees. - [AJ Jones for APWU National President | Watch the Debate & Vote](https://apwusjal0526.org/aj-jones-for-apwu-national-president) - Our union unanimously endorses AJ Jones for APWU President. Watch the debate, read endorsements, and be ready to vote this September. - [First APWU One-Time Retirement Incentive Payment Available August 15, 2025](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-retirement-incentive-2025-payment-dates) - First $10K of APWU’s $15K retirement incentive ready Aug. 15, 2025. Second $5K due Aug. 28, 2026. See MOU for details. - [Register Now: APWU Retirement Seminar for FERS, CSRS & CSRS Offset – August 16, 2025](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-retirement-seminar-august-2025) - oin the APWU retirement seminar on Zoom to learn about FERS, CSRS, and CSRS Offset. Open to members. Register by August 16, 2025. - [FSA Rollover Notice: Unused Funds to Transfer to Inspira](https://apwusjal0526.org/fsa-rollover-notice-unused-funds-to-transfer-to-inspira) - Unused FSAFEDS funds (up to $640) will roll over to Inspira FSA 2025 accounts for enrolled USPS employees. See APWU notice for full details. - [New APWU Contract Ratified!](https://apwusjal0526.org/new-apwu-contract-ratified) - APWU members ratify new 2024–2027 contract with 95% support. Raises, COLAs, retro pay, and job protections secured. NO GIVEBACKS - [Vote YES for Our New Contract](https://apwusjal0526.org/vote-yes-for-our-new-contract) - Reminder: Return your APWU ballot by 9 AM EST, July 10, 2025. Call 800-529-5218 for help. ZIP 10269 won't affect your vote. - [URGENT: APWU Members Targeted by Health Plan Phone Scam](https://apwusjal0526.org/urgent-apwu-members-targeted-by-health-plan-phone-scam) - Scam alert for APWU members: Do not answer 1-978-792-4413 or call 1-888-356-9583. These are fraudulent numbers. Stay protected. - [APWU NPC Debate: Watch, Listen, Decide](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-npc-debate-watch-listen-decide) - Watch the 2025 APWU NPC Debate to hear national officer candidates. No official recap; view the video and decide who deserves your vote. - [Editor’s UPDATE: USPS eLRA System Raises Major Concerns](https://apwusjal0526.org/editors-update-usps-elra-system-raises-major-concerns) - USPS employees: eLRA is NOT mandatory. Learn your rights, how to report abuse, and protect yourself from unfair leave policy enforcement. - [Sick Leave Rules: A Guide for Postal Union Members](https://apwusjal0526.org/sick-leave-rules-a-guide-for-postal-union-members) - USPS Deems Desirable sick leave rules explained. Know when management can demand a doctor's note & how to fight unfair requests. Your union rights protected. - [SJ Area Local Town Hall Meeting](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-local-town-hall-meeting) - Time: Jun 10, 2025 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting in the app. The link is solely provided in the app.Get the app from the QR code. - [SJAL Townhall Zoom Meeting](https://apwusjal0526.org/sjal-townhall-zoom-meeting) - Join our South Jersey APWU Townhall via Zoom on June 10 at 7 PM. Members only. Get access info through our Local Union App. - [APWU: We're Fighting For It ALL!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwus-2025-campaigns-to-defend-our-jobs-pensions-and-public-postal-service) - APWU fights USPS privatization, pension cuts & more. Call Congress, join rallies, and stand with postal workers to protect public service in 2025. - [EDITOR'S NOTIFICATION](https://apwusjal0526.org/editors-notification) - New order attacks postal unions. Protect jobs, benefits & USPS. Call 844-896-5059 to back the Protect America’s Workforce Act. Take action now! - [MAKE A CALL: Restore Federal Bargaining Rights NOW!](https://apwusjal0526.org/make-a-call-restore-federal-bargaining-rights-now) - On March 27, the Trump administration issued an executive order stripping collective bargaining rights from hundreds of thousands of federal workers across more than 30 agencies, marking one of its most aggressive anti-worker moves. In response, Representatives Jared Golden (D-Maine) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) introduced the bipartisan Protect America’s Workforce Act to overturn this order - [APWU Taking a Stand](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-taking-a-stand) - The APWU is not standing idly by. We have launched a national mobilization effort to combat DeJoy's destructive plans and to remind lawmakers that privatization—no matter how it is disguised—will not be tolerated. On March 20th, is a National Day of Action to rally public support and put pressure on Congress to stand with postal - [The Push to Privatize USPS: What It Means for Americans](https://apwusjal0526.org/the-push-to-privatize-usps-what-it-means-for-americans) - Trump's USPS privatization push sparks concerns over costs, service cuts, and job losses, impacting rural mail, prescriptions, and mail-in voting. - [USPS Under Threat: Join APWU Member Townhall](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-under-threat-join-apwu-member-townhall) - The Postal Service is facing one of the most serious threats in our history. Reports indicate that the Trump administration is preparing an illegal and hostile takeover of the USPS, threatening the stability of our jobs, our workplaces, and the public service we proudly provide. RSVP HERE Join us Thursday, 7PM EST for an urgent, - [Urgent: Stop the Unconstitutional Takeover of the USPS – Call Your Senators Now!](https://apwusjal0526.org/urgent-stop-the-unconstitutional-takeover-of-the-usps-call-your-senators-now) - USPS is under attack! White House plans on firing the Board of Governors. Call 844-402-1001 and urge senators to block this takeover. #SaveUSPS #StopTheTakeover - [GMM Reschedule Date](https://apwusjal0526.org/gmm-reschedule-date) - The rescheduled date for the GM Meeting will be Sunday, 2/23/25 @ 10 AM. - [2/11/2025 GM MEETING POSTPONED!!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/2-11-2025-gm-meeting-postponed) - *** DUE TO THE POTENTIAL INCLEMENT WEATHER, FOR SAFETY REASONS, TONIGHT'S MEETING WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A LATER DATE. *** STAY TUNED AS A NEW DATE WILL BE PROVIDED ONCE WE HAVE IT RE-BOOKED. - [APWU South Jersey Area Local Hosts A Retirement Seminar](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-south-jersey-area-local-hosts-a-retirement-seminar) - RETIREMENT, RETIREMENT INFO, RETIREE BENEFITS, RETIREES Come join us and learn how to maximize your retirement! MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2025 @ 9AM / 12PM / 4PM LOCATION: APWU SJ HALL 900 RTE. 168, SUITE D-3 BLACKWOOD, NJ 08012 SEATS FILL QUICKLY SO RESERVE YOUR SPOT SOON!!! Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download - [GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS 2025](https://apwusjal0526.org/general-membership-meetings-2025) - Location: American Legion Edwin I Johnson Post 370 370 N. Warwick Road Magnolia, NJ 08049 Dates & Times: ALL 2025 MEETINGS Tuesday - February 11th @ 7 PM Sunday - April 13th @ 10 AM Tuesday - June 17th @ 7 PM Sunday - September 14th @ 10 AM Tuesday - November 18th @ 7 - [Detail Announcement – Driver Safety Instructor (P7-08)](https://apwusjal0526.org/detail-announcement-driver-safety-instructor-p7-08) - A detail has become available! Below are the details and below that, the detail is embedded for download. PERSONS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: This position is posted District –Wide. All career employees with 3 years of Postal driving experience are eligible to apply for this position. Employee must have a Class A CDL with a minimum - [WELLNESS AND BENEFIT FAIR AT THE 501 BLDG](https://apwusjal0526.org/wellness-and-benefit-fair-at-the-501-bldg) - LOCATION: Bellmawr Main Conference Room 501 Benigno Blvd. Bellmawr, NJ 08031 DATE: November 21-22, 2024 TIME: 6AM – 6PM Byron Cowely will be on-site to explain or answer questions about the APWU Health Plan. - [WARNING: SUSPICIOUS EMAIL](https://apwusjal0526.org/warning-suspicious-email) - The image below is of an email that has been received by multiple union members. The APWU did not send this email! I have spoken with Ms. Powell’s office and she reiterated that the APWU would never ask you to provide your ACE or LiteBLUE credentials at anytime to anyone via email. Do not click - [Enhanced Formfill PS 1767](https://apwusjal0526.org/enhanced-formfill-ps-1767) - At the American Postal Workers Union (APWU), your safety is our top priority. Every postal worker deserves to work in a safe environment, free from hazards. Reporting unsafe conditions promptly can prevent injuries and accidents. The PS Form 1767 is designed for exactly that purpose—to help you formally report any dangerous conditions in your workplace. - [Rallying Support for Fran and Ann Friel After Hurricanes Helene and Milton](https://apwusjal0526.org/rallying-support-for-fran-and-ann-friel-after-hurricanes-helene-and-milton) - Hey APWU family, This is Tony Rodriguez, your editor for the South Jersey Area Local. I’m reaching out to ask for your help in supporting two longtime members of our union family —Fran and Ann Friel— who’ve been hit hard by Hurricanes Helene and Milton down in Florida. These storms devastated their home and left - [APWU Day of Action: Rally in Trenton](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-day-of-action-rally-in-trenton) - Written by: Tony Rodriguez On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) organized a Day of Action Rally in Trenton, New Jersey, bringing together postal employees and supporters from several local unions, including the Trenton Metro Area, South Jersey Area, NJ Shore, and Red Bank Locals. Held at the Trenton Processing and - [Sixth COLA Increase Announced](https://apwusjal0526.org/sixth-cola-increase-announced) - In accordance with the 2021-2024 Collective Bar­gaining Agreement, career employees represented by the APWU will receive a $0.47 per hour cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), effective September 27, 2024. - [ZOOM Retirement Planning Seminar FERS, CSRS & CSRS Offset](https://apwusjal0526.org/zoom-retirement-planning-seminar-fers-csrs-csrs-offset) - The APWU Retiree’s Department Presents CSRS, FERS, CSRS Offset Retirement Planning on ZOOM Saturday, September 7, 2024 12:00pm, Eastern Standard Time (EST) SPECIAL NOTES: Participants must be an active APWU member or retiree dues paying APWU member. Participants cannot register with a USPS email address, i.e., @usps.gov. Each participant must register individually and not as - [Editor's Review: PMG Responds To Chairman Peters](https://apwusjal0526.org/editors-review-pmg-responds-to-chairman-peters) - Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download The response from the Postmaster General (PMG) to concerns raised by Senate signatories regarding mail processing facility reviews (MPFRs) raises more questions than it answers. While the PMG asserts that the MPFRs are meant to improve service reliability and achieve cost savings, the lack - [A More Perfect Union](https://apwusjal0526.org/a-more-perfect-union) - The United States Postal Service is undergoing a 10-year plan to modernize its processing and delivery network, including the establishment of Regional Processing and Distribution Centers (RPDCs) and the repurposing of some facilities. This plan has already led to changes in mail processing and delivery efficiency, such as the establishment of the Atlanta RPDC region - [Newest OIG Report On Hiring Practices](https://apwusjal0526.org/newest-oig-report-on-hiring-practices) - A bit of history... When a potential employee applies for a position in USPS, they should read the job description. But for the longest time, USPS should perform job interviews by the hiring office or facility. In either case, NONE OF THIS TAKES PLACE. HOT!!! JUST IN!!! Originally written by our Director of Associate Offices, - [SJAL #0526 Proposed Constitution Amendments](https://apwusjal0526.org/sjal-0526-proposed-constitution-amendments) - HEAR YE, HEAR YE, HEAR YE... It is that time where ALL MEMBERS are being called to witness the Area Local's proposed Constitutional Amendments. Below are the proposals and who submitted them for the General Members to review, provided by the Constitutional Change committee. These amendments will be voted on in the upcoming June 23rd - [Uniform Allowance Carryover](https://apwusjal0526.org/uniform-allowance-carryover) - To read the conversation of what this article is referring to, click on this link: https://www.21cpw.com/apwu-uniform-allowance-carryover-and-fundamental-fairness/ The email conversation between Lamont Brooks from the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) and Shannon Richardson from the United States Postal Service (USPS) revolves around the implementation of a Uniform Allowance Program. Brooks raises concerns about the fairness of - [Vacancy Announcement: 2 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTORS NEEDED](https://apwusjal0526.org/vacancy-announcement-2-driving-safety-instructors-needed) - All career employees with two (2) years of Postal driving experience for New Jersey District are eligible to apply for this position. Opening Date: April 11, 2024 Closing Date: April 21, 2024 Employees must complete summary of Accomplishments/Requirements (KSA’s) and send by email to: Cheryl.A.Hover@usps.gov The summary of accomplishments must address all the Qualification/Requirements are available - [THE PLAN IS NOT WORKING!](https://apwusjal0526.org/the-plan-is-not-working) - "I told you so..." just happened. Remember when service delivery changes was announced and you (the employee) said, "Why are they changing it? That ain't gonna work?" Released yesterday, from the online publication Save the Post Office, an entire article (with data) shows the failure. To read the entire article, click on the anywhere excerpt - [NJ Congressman Addresses USPS's Latest Changes](https://apwusjal0526.org/nj-house-of-representative-reaches-out-expressing-concerns-on-latest-usps-changes) - On 6 March at Cherry Hill Public Library, the U.S. Postal Service's announcement of the potential relocation of operations from the South Jersey Processing and Distribution Center to the Philadelphia P&DC had sparked significant criticism and concern. The poorly timed public meeting and inadequate public notification had highlighted the lack of transparency and inclusivity in - [Review of the USPS Public Meeting on March 6, 2024](https://apwusjal0526.org/review-of-the-usps-public-meeting-on-march-6-2024) - The recent public notification regarding the relocation of operations from the South Jersey Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC) to the Philadelphia P&DC by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has been met with criticism. The announcement of the public meeting on March 6, 2024, at 1 PM, at the Cherry Hill Public Library was poorly timed - [Maintenance Craft In-Service Open Season March 1-31, 2024](https://apwusjal0526.org/maintenance-craft-in-service-open-season-march-1-31-2024) - Do you have mechanical, building maintenance or machinery skills? Do you want a position in maintenance? All career employees are invited to the Maintenance Craft In-Service Open Season starting March 1-31, 2024. Click on the link below to get more details. https://apwu.org/news/maintenance-craft-service-open-season-march-1-31-2024 #jobopportunities - [Notices of Public Meeting for SO Jersey NJ P&DC](https://apwusjal0526.org/notices-of-public-meeting-for-so-jersey-nj-pdc) - There will be a Public Meeting next Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 1 PM (EST) at the Cherry Hill Public Library. (DOWNLOAD THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS TO SEE THE FULL DETAILS) The recent announcement by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) regarding the potential relocation of operations from the South Jersey Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC) in make a difference, management tactics, take action, take a stand, Union solidarity, attack on jobs, Fighting Privatization, COMMUNITY - [OWCP: USPS Guidelines and Resources](https://apwusjal0526.org/owcp-usps-guidelines-and-resources) - health benefits, benefits, employee benefits - [Standing Against Deteriorating Mail Service](https://apwusjal0526.org/standing-against-deteriorating-mail-service) - The United States Postal Service (USPS) is currently facing a myriad of challenges, including delayed mail, facility closures, intentional short staffing, and redirected mail logistics. These issues not only inconvenience millions of Americans but also threaten the integrity of a critical public service. Timely mail delivery is essential for individuals and businesses alike, impacting everything - [A Call to Action for Better Staffing](https://apwusjal0526.org/a-call-to-action-for-better-staffing) - As we embark on a new year, the APWU Staffing Task Force Committee, comprising dedicated local and state leaders, is gearing up its Better Staffing, Better Service campaign. As postal workers, we stand at the forefront of the nation's oldest and most trusted public service. Yet, years of management "cost cutting" and short staffing have - [LiteBlue Not Working?](https://apwusjal0526.org/liteblue-not-working) - Late last week, LiteBlue had some issues and Direct Deposit/Net to Bank Functionality had been deactivated again. It was reactivated Monday and is up and running again. I will not go into the long details of why it was deactivated, but the short answer is the Postal Service identified patterns where certain applications were logging - [Postal Pulse Survey Boycott](https://apwusjal0526.org/postal-pulse-survey-boycott) - From the Desk of Robert Armentani President, South Jersey Area Local - APWU 900 Route 168, Suite D 3, Blackwood, N.J. 08012 Phone 856-228-8090, Fax 856-228-2627 6/30/23 TO ALL APWU MEMBERS SUBJECT- POSTAL PULSE SURVEY Dear Members, It has come to our attention that the Postal Service is re-administering the Postal Pulse survey for Fiscal - [A FALSE Hazmat Agreement](https://apwusjal0526.org/a-false-hazmat-agreement) - This information comes via Chad Beer, Clerk Craft Director of LVAL #0268 "This attachment has now reared its ugly head in the Lehigh Valley Local. Two clerks were asked to sign the Agreement and I told them not to sign it. Item #3 states I understand that failure to follow this requirement is failure to - [Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB)](https://apwusjal0526.org/postal-service-health-benefits-pshb) - The Postal Service Reform Act of 2022 (PSRA) was signed into law in April 2022. Since then, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), in conjunction with the Postal Service, has been working to implement a new Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program, as required under the new law. PSHB is a new, separate program within - [eOPF Issue](https://apwusjal0526.org/eopf-issue) - This was just released to the members from Charlie Cash, Industrial Relations Director American Postal Workers Union, AFL-CIO As I shared before the Postal Service is in the process of addressing any insecurities in their eOPF system. Cybersecurity best practices suggest personally identifiable information (PII) should not be shared on an open internet connection. - [Update on LiteBlue](https://apwusjal0526.org/update-on-liteblue) - The below message comes from Charlie Cash, APWU Industrial Relations Director. This message and the informed actions became effective as of Tuesday, March 21, 2023. Union Family, I wanted to provide an update involving the various self-service applications related to HR on LiteBlue. These include the payroll direct deposit and allots as well as eOPF - [BE IN THE KNOW](https://apwusjal0526.org/be-in-the-know) - THE APWU YOUNG COMMITTEE IS HAVING A ZOOM SESSION. IF YOU'RE UNDER 35, THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE YOUR VOICE BECOME ACTIVE! Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download - [National Dispute on Theft of Direct Deposit](https://apwusjal0526.org/national-dispute-on-theft-of-direct-deposit) - This message was originally created by the Industrial Relations Director, Charlie Cash. Union Family, Attached you will find a National Dispute that was filed on the theft of direct deposits. The APWU believes that management bears a significant responsibility for the loss of these direct deposits. We know that as early as 2013 the Postal - [Stand-Up Talk: Payroll Deductions](https://apwusjal0526.org/stand-up-talk-payroll-deductions) - Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download - [A Message from the Director of the Clerk Division](https://apwusjal0526.org/a-message-from-the-director-of-the-clerk-division) - If you have not registered, please do so by using the link below: WHAT LOCALS CAN DO TO DEFEND CLERK CRAFT/INSTALLATION EXCESSING AND PROTECTING OUR WORK PRESENTED BY HQ CLERK DIVISION Tuesday, January 31, 2023 7:00 pm Eastern Time- 9:00 pm Open to Clerks and APWU Local/State Officials Please Register using the following link and - [South Jersey Area Local Will Be Hosting A Retirement Seminar](https://apwusjal0526.org/south-jersey-area-local-will-be-hosting-a-retirement-seminar) - RESERVE YOUR SEAT SOON!! Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download - [Update on employee's Direct Deposit](https://apwusjal0526.org/update-on-employees-direct-deposit) - This is an official UPDATE from APWU Industrial Relations Director, Charlie Cash. The update reads: I received update on the issue with employee’s direct deposit. See below. However, I reiterate that everyone should go change their password and make sure they are using the appropriate website which is: LiteBlue (usps.gov) Do not share your information - [Calls seeking LiteBlue Login information](https://apwusjal0526.org/calls-seeking-liteblue-login-information) - New SCAM… information courtesy of APWU DIR Department / Charlie Cash. It has been reported to me from the field that postal employees around the country are receiving calls from someone posing as a Postal Inspector. The “inspector” tells them their Liteblue account has been comprised and locked. The “inspector” is asking them to provide - [Benefits Virtual Open Season](https://apwusjal0526.org/benefits-virtual-open-season) - Open Season is upon us! This year, the benefits open season is happening virtual. Download the documents below so that you can participate and make your appropriate changes or elections of your benefits. Also, there are webinars to register and participate in. You can scan the QR codes from your phone! Novemeber 14 - December - [South Jersey Area Local Over 90% Organized!](https://apwusjal0526.org/south-jersey-area-local-over-90-organized) - South Jersey Area Local has been recognized by National as a local that is over 90% organized! This is great and it goes to show that this could not have happened if it wasn't for YOU THE MEMBERS!! YOU MADE THIS HAPPEN! CONGRATULATIONS! - [APWU Retro Pay](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-retro-pay) - DOWNLOAD, READ and POST IN YOUR OFFICES!! Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download - [PTF Conversion Opportunities](https://apwusjal0526.org/ptf-conversion-opportunities) - The attached news article and available residual vacancy listing will also be posted on the APWU webpage. PTF clerks who are interested should go to the APWU Clerk Division webpage. The news article summarizes the MOU and the parties implementation process. This update does not change the current process, it just provides additional information for - [SJ Area Local General Membership Meetings for 2022](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-local-general-membership-meetings-for-2022) - COME JOIN OUR GENERAL MEETINGS IN 2022!! Location: American Legion Edwin I Johnson Post 370 370 N. Warwick Road Magnolia, NJ 08049 Dates & Times: ALL 2022 MEETINGS Tuesday - February 15th at 7 PM Sunday - April 17th at 10 AM Tuesday - June 14th at 7 PM Sunday - September 18th at 10 - [PTF and PSE Canvassing Going Live in eReassign 2/1/22](https://apwusjal0526.org/ptf-and-pse-canvassing-going-live-in-ereassign-2-1-22) - Please be advised that Step 7 of the MOU and Section B.2 on Filling Clerk Craft Residuals and PTF vacancies is now going to be available on eReassign. I need to stress that this is the last Step in the MOU and does not have any effect on the regular monthly 21 day postings of - [APWU Tentative Contract](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-tentative-contract) - If you have been keeping up with our National news and information, you would have read that a tentative agreement was reached on December 9th and, in accordance with the APWU Constitution, was presented by the National Negotiating Committee to the Rank & File Bargaining Advisory Committee. On December 10th, the Rank & File committee unanimously - [Understanding The New Wages](https://apwusjal0526.org/understanding-the-new-wages) - Contract language can be difficult to understand sometimes. Below you can READ AND/OR DOWNLOAD what this wage change really means. Check it out... TRUST - you will like this! Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download - [New Tentative Agreement](https://apwusjal0526.org/new-tentative-agreement) - The American Postal Workers Union and the U.S. Postal Service have reached a tentative three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), announced APWU President and Lead Negotiator Mark Dimondstein. The tentative agreement was reached on December 9th and, in accordance with the APWU Constitution, was presented by the National Negotiating Committee to the Rank & File Bargaining Advisory Committee. On - [Federal Seminar](https://apwusjal0526.org/federal-seminar) - Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download - [All Craft Virtual Conference](https://apwusjal0526.org/all-craft-virtual-conference) - APWU National will be holding an All Craft Conference will be held virtually. Below is the tentative schedule: Sunday, September 26, 2021 Legislative Conference - click here to register Monday, September 27, 2021 Retiree Conference - click here to register Retirement Planning Workshops - click here to register Tuesday, September 28, 2021 Retiree Conference - - [Vaccination Mandates by President Biden](https://apwusjal0526.org/vaccination-mandates-by-president-biden) - (This article originated from the APWU website: https://apwu.org/news/vaccination-mandates-president-biden) On September 9, 2021, the White House released two Executive Orders on vaccinations for COVID-19. The Executive Orders on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees and on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors do not expressly apply to Postal Service Employees. In addition, - [Nomination of Officers at September Membership Meeting](https://apwusjal0526.org/nomination-of-officers-at-september-membership-meeting) - At the September General membership Meeting of the South Jersey Area Local, APWU, which will be held on Tuesday, September 21st, 2021 at 7:00 PM, nominations of candidates will be accepted from the floor for the following officer positions: * President * Executive Vice President * Secretary Treasurer * Business Agent * Director of Safety - [USPS Statement on COVID-19 Vaccines](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-statement-on-covid-19-vaccines) - (USPS releases this statement: https://about.usps.com/newsroom/statements/091621-usps-statement-on-covid19-vaccinations.htm) Sept. 16, 2021 The health and safety of the Postal Service’s 650,000 employees who work every day to ensure that vital mail and packages are timely delivered to the American people, remains our highest priority. We will continue to take measures to protect the health and safety of our Postal - [USPS ANNOUNCES](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-announces) - (This information comes from USPS LINK: https://link.usps.com/2021/09/15/labor-update-12/) Labor update Tentative agreement reached on contract Sept. 15 at 10:20 a.m. The new deal covers approximately 218 HRSSC employees represented by the American Postal Workers Union. USPS and the Human Resources Shared Service Center (HRSSC) bargaining unit have reached a tentative agreement on a 36-month contract. The - [COVID-19 Vaccines: Experts Answer Your Questions](https://apwusjal0526.org/covid-19-vaccines-experts-answer-your-questions) - Q&A from the experts about the COVID-19 vaccines. - [DeJoy vs. Public: Vision for the Post Office](https://apwusjal0526.org/dejoy-vs-public-vision-for-the-post-office) - The PMG's vision of the USPS compared to the public vision. - [Open Season Count Down](https://apwusjal0526.org/open-season-count-down) - Reminding members of the final days of Open Season - [Washington Judge Ruling on USPS](https://apwusjal0526.org/washington-judge-ruling-on-usps) - DC Judge rules in favor of employees. - [USPS Generator Safety](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-generator-safety) - Ensuring generator safety and storage as well as gas cans. - [Day of Action: Congressman Donald Norcross Shows Postal Service Support](https://apwusjal0526.org/day-of-action-congressman-donald-norcross-shows-postal-service-support) - Today, Tuesday, August 18, 2020, Congressman Donald Norcross held a press conference with local television and press to inform the public what is happening with the postal service. While many people have been wondering what has been going on with delays in mail and service times not being met, it has been revealed today. Also - [An email to Congressman Donald Norcross's Office from Business Agent Frank Bollinger on behalf of the South Jersey Area Local](https://apwusjal0526.org/an-email-to-congressman-donald-norcrosss-office-from-business-agent-frank-bollinger-on-behalf-of-the-south-jersey-area-local) - The SJ Area Local's Business Agent informing Congressman Donald Norcross of actions taken by USPS. - [Day of Action: July 23, 2020](https://apwusjal0526.org/day-of-action-july-23-2020) - How to be apart of a Day of Action. - [Congressional Support](https://apwusjal0526.org/congressional-support) - A letter to the Post Master General from Congressman Andy Kim. - [High Importance to the Clerk Division Local Leadership](https://apwusjal0526.org/high-importance-to-the-clerk-division-local-leadership) - Words from the National Clerk Craft Director. - [Latest Information & Updates](https://apwusjal0526.org/latest-information-updates) - Clearing up management's lack of information to the employees. - [Latest Updates and Information](https://apwusjal0526.org/latest-updates-and-information) - Updating with the latest information to date to keep members informed. - [April 2020 GMM Cancelled](https://apwusjal0526.org/april-2020-gmm-cancelled) - Informing members that the April 2020 GMM is cancelled. - [Message from Philadelphia Area Local President Casselli](https://apwusjal0526.org/message-from-philadelphia-area-local-president-casselli) - Letting members know what's going on in PA. - [Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)](https://apwusjal0526.org/families-first-coronavirus-response-act-ffcra) - Informing that discussions are happening on how USPS will comply. - [Administrative Pay: A Message From AJ Jones](https://apwusjal0526.org/administrative-pay-a-message-from-aj-jones) - Addressing concerns about Administrative Pay during COVID-19 circumstances. - [BE AWARE: HERO System to Offer Employees Opportunity to Receive Organizational Information on Personal Devices](https://apwusjal0526.org/be-aware-hero-system-to-offer-employees-opportunity-to-receive-organizational-information-on-personal-devices) - Making members aware that the HERO System may be used to get personal information from personal devices. - [Function 4/PASS/Clerks](https://apwusjal0526.org/function-4-pass-clerks) - Information for Clerks about social distancing. - [Stand Up Talk, Updated Manager Guide, and Return to Work Guidelines](https://apwusjal0526.org/stand-up-talk-updated-manager-guide-and-return-to-work-guidelines) - More Stand-Up Talk and information guidelines for management. - [MTSC Maintenance Update](https://apwusjal0526.org/mtsc-maintenance-update) - Recommendations for cleaning staff of adding additional clothing while cleaning facilities after someone has been determined positive for COVID-19. - [Latest COVID-19 Releases As Of: March 29, 2020](https://apwusjal0526.org/latest-covid-19-releases-as-of-march-29-2020) - Disseminating the latest information from APWU and USPS on how things are to operate since the last update. - [Use of Masks: Surgical and N95](https://apwusjal0526.org/use-of-masks-surgical-and-n95) - Informing about the use of surgical masks. - [COVID-19 Update: Latest Documentation Released](https://apwusjal0526.org/covid-19-update-latest-documentation-released) - The latest documentation released by USPS. - [APWU National Resource Page: Information for APWU Members on COVID-19](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-national-resource-page-information-for-apwu-members-on-covid-19) - Everything you need to be informed of by APWU. Includes: MOUs, resources and information relevant to COVID-19. - [Telework MOUs](https://apwusjal0526.org/telework-mous) - MOUs between APWU National and USPS Headquarters on Telework. - [Customer Service, Retail & MVS Stand-Up Talks](https://apwusjal0526.org/customer-service-retail-mvs-stand-up-talks) - Stand-Up Talks issued by USPS. - [Leave in Light of School Closings](https://apwusjal0526.org/leave-in-light-of-school-closings) - Information just in from National President. - [New Union Contract](https://apwusjal0526.org/new-union-contract) - Informing of the NEW contract awarded from arbitration. - [US Mail Not For Sale](https://apwusjal0526.org/us-mail-not-for-sale-3) - Informing the public, with facts, of the fight against privatizing, Government vs. USPS - [US Mail Not For Sale](https://apwusjal0526.org/us-mail-not-for-sale-2) - Informing the public, with facts, of the fight against privatizing USPS. - [Hatch Act from the APWU HQ Legislative Department](https://apwusjal0526.org/hatch-act-from-the-apwu-hq-legislative-department) - Reminding members about the Hatch Act. - [US Mail Not For Sale](https://apwusjal0526.org/us-mail-not-for-sale) - Informing the public, with facts, of the fight against privatizing USPS. - [MAL Merging with the Area Local](https://apwusjal0526.org/mal-merging-with-the-area-local) - Informing members of an MAL merge. - [RETIREMENT & FEDERAL BENEFITS SEMINAR](https://apwusjal0526.org/retirement-federal-benefits-seminar) - Informing members of a retirement benefit seminar. - [SJ Area Local Annual Scholarships](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-local-annual-scholarships) - Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download - [South Jersey Area Health Fair](https://apwusjal0526.org/south-jersey-area-health-fair) - Informing the local membership about the Health Fair and Open Season. - [Penalty Overtime Exclusion Period](https://apwusjal0526.org/penalty-overtime-exclusion-period) - Informing the exclusion dates of penalty overtime. - [Interest Arbitration Update](https://apwusjal0526.org/interest-arbitration-update) - Updating the members about the latest happenings in Interest Arbitration. - [Changes to TSP Withdrawals](https://apwusjal0526.org/changes-to-tsp-withdrawals) - Letting members know about upcoming changes to TSP. - [Postal News Around The Country](https://apwusjal0526.org/postal-news-around-the-country-2) - Informing members of other postal news around the country. - [Join us on July 23](https://apwusjal0526.org/join-us-on-july-23) - Join APWU in the Congressional fight! - [Postal News Around The Country](https://apwusjal0526.org/postal-news-around-the-country) - Giving other postal news from around the country. - [PTF and PSE Clerks for Canvassing for Northern New Jersey District](https://apwusjal0526.org/ptf-and-pse-clerks-for-canvassing-for-northern-new-jersey-district) - PTF and PSE job opportunities. - [Other Postal News  ](https://apwusjal0526.org/other-postal-news) - Information that is helpful to see the BIGGER picture on a grand scope. - [USPS is Testing Self-Driving Trucks](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-is-testing-self-driving-trucks) - Informing members of the other ways USPS is attacking jobs. - [APWU National Debates 2019](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-national-debates-2019) - Informing members by letting them see the videos of the APWU National debates. - [An Updated Compliance Memo](https://apwusjal0526.org/an-updated-compliance-memo) - Both original and updated compliance memos issued by the former and present Vice President of Labor Relations. - [PTF & PSE Clerks Canvassing for Clerk PTF positions within the Long Island District](https://apwusjal0526.org/ptf-pse-clerks-canvassing-for-clerk-ptf-positions-within-the-long-island-district) - Posting canvas job opportunities for PTFs and PSEs. - [Lobby Assistance: On-the-Job-Training](https://apwusjal0526.org/lobby-assistance-on-the-job-training) - Informing how the Lobby Assistance On Job Training is suppose to be performed. - [President's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/1191-2) - An overall view of what's going on in the local. - [Business Agent's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/business-agents-report-4) - More information of what is going on in the local. - [Director of AOs Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/director-of-aos-report-3) - Informing members of present management issues. - [EAP Updates](https://apwusjal0526.org/eap-updates) - New information provided by EAP about new things happening. - [Join the Postal Pulse Boycott!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/join-the-postal-pulse-boycott) - Union solidarity through boycotting a postal survey. - [What the Rally Was All About?](https://apwusjal0526.org/what-the-rally-was-all-about) - Giving meaning to the Tax Day Rally of April 15th, 2019. - [A Message to The PSEs](https://apwusjal0526.org/a-message-to-the-pses) - Reminding the PSEs of their job function. - [Business Agent's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/business-agents-report-3) - The Local's Business Agent informs and gives advice. - [President's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/presidents-report-4) - The SJAL #0526 President gives updates on changes happening in the local. - [Message to the Members](https://apwusjal0526.org/message-to-the-members) - An important message to ALL SJAL #0526 members. - [Know Your Rights](https://apwusjal0526.org/know-your-rights) - How we came to be protected by a chicken lunch - [Director of AOs Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/director-of-aos-report-2) - An update on more abusive behavior of management in our local AOs. - [Maintenance Craft Director’s Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/maintenance-craft-directors-report) - Something to be said by the Maintenance Craft Director. - [APWU MOU Canvassing PSE to PTF - Belle Mead NJ 08502 and Marlboro NJ 07746](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-mou-canvassing-pse-to-ptf-belle-mead-nj-08502-and-marlboro-nj-07746) - Conversion opportunities for PSEs. - [Philly City Hall: Day of Action - April 15, 2019](https://apwusjal0526.org/philly-city-hall-day-of-action-april-15-2019) - Photos of Philly City Hall: Day of Action - April 15, 2019 - [Secret Ballot Vote at the Next General Member's Meeting](https://apwusjal0526.org/secret-ballot-vote-at-the-next-general-members-meeting-2) - Information about an MAL wanting to merge with SJAL #0526. - [APWU Informing The Public](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-informing-the-public) - YouTube video informing the public about USPS not taking tax dollars. - [Pre-Tour Overtime](https://apwusjal0526.org/pre-tour-overtime) - Informing ALL employees of management tactics. - [APWU's Tax Day of Action: April 15, 2019](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwus-tax-day-of-action-april-15-2019) - Announcement for members to take a public stand. - [White-Collar](https://apwusjal0526.org/white-collar) - Something for a comic laugh. - [Management and Union Exchange Final Economic Proposals](https://apwusjal0526.org/management-and-union-exchange-final-economic-proposals) - Latest contract information. - [SJ Area Local: President's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-local-presidents-report) - Newsletter article of February 2019. - [SJ Area Local: Business Agent's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-local-business-agents-report) - Newsletter article of February 2019. - [SJ Area Local: Director of Associate Offices](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-local-director-of-associate-offices) - Newsletter Article. - [APWU MOU Canvassing PSE to PTF - Absecon, Adelphia, Belford, Magnolia DE, Northfield and Plainsboro](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-mou-canvassing-pse-to-ptf-absecon-adelphia-belford-magnolia-de-northfield-and-plainsboro) - Information on job oppotunities. - [APWU - SJAL#0526 Scholarships](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-sjal0526-scholarships) - SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS are available now at the union office in Blackwood. There are 3 available. 1. E.C. Hallbeck Memorial Scholarship 2. Vocation Scholarship Program Applications for the above scholarships must be received by March 31, 2019. 3. William A. Boyle South Jersey Area Local Scholarships (4 awarded @ $750.00 each) The postmark for the William - [Central PA PTF and PSE CANVASS FEB 2019](https://apwusjal0526.org/central-pa-ptf-and-pse-canvass-feb-2019) - This is Central PA’s most recent Canvassing, this is for PTF CLERKS AND PSE CLERKS only within 50 Miles of the vacancies, please distribute. Thank you! We will process the PTFs first and then if no eligible PTFs we will then move to PSEs to fill the positions. PTF Clerks and PSE Clerks will be - [MAL Merging with an Area Local](https://apwusjal0526.org/mal-merging-with-an-area-local) - Membership notification of a small office request to join the local. - [PTF Positions Available NOW!!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/ptf-positions-available-now) - PTF Positions Available NOW!!! - [APWU SJ AREA LOCAL #0526 WISHES ALL](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-sj-area-local-0526-wishes-all) - 2018 holiday wishes to all from SJAL #0526 - [President Mark Dimondstein on Status of Collective Bargaining](https://apwusjal0526.org/president-mark-dimondstein-on-status-of-collective-bargaining) - The President tells the status of the current contract negotiations. - [Honoring President Bush](https://apwusjal0526.org/honoring-president-bush) - National Day of Observance - [National Day of Observance](https://apwusjal0526.org/national-day-of-observance) - National Day of Observance - [Flight Attendants Pledge – We’ve Got Your Back](https://apwusjal0526.org/flight-attendants-pledge-weve-got-your-back) - Link to a video produced by the Association of Flight Attendants. - [Response to the White House](https://apwusjal0526.org/response-to-the-white-house) - Our response to privatization of the postal service. - [President's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/presidents-report-3) - November 2018 newsletter - [Local Business Agent's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/local-business-agents-report) - November 2018 newsletter article. - [Director of AOs Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/director-of-aos-report) - November 2018 newsletter article. - [Secret Ballot Vote at the Next General Member's Meeting](https://apwusjal0526.org/secret-ballot-vote-at-the-next-general-members-meeting) - Information about the November 2018 GMM. - [List of Veterans Day Discounts & Freebies for 2018!](https://apwusjal0526.org/list-of-veterans-day-discounts-freebies-for-2018) - Recognizing discounts and freebies for our Veterans. - [Retirement Seminars - Presentations and Recordings](https://apwusjal0526.org/retirement-seminars-presentations-and-recordings) - Retirement information. - [AVP Talks Safety - Mandated Area Talk - Recognizing Suspicious Mail #3221](https://apwusjal0526.org/avp-talks-safety-mandated-area-talk-recognizing-suspicious-mail-3221) - Recent events and safety talk about suspicious mail. - [2018 Benefits Open Season](https://apwusjal0526.org/2018-benefits-open-season) - Information about 2018 Benefits Open Season. - [2018 Health & Wellness Fair](https://apwusjal0526.org/2018-health-wellness-fair) - 2018 Health & Wellness Fair - [October 20th Negotiations Update](https://apwusjal0526.org/october-20th-negotiations-update) - Contract negotiations update. - [APWU MOU CANVASSING - MASTER for PSE TO FT (FULL-TIME )](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-mou-canvassing-master-for-pse-to-ft-full-time) - PSE to FT position. - [Latest Information About OT Pay Discrepancy](https://apwusjal0526.org/latest-information-about-ot-pay-discrepancy) - USPS inform about OT pay discrepancy. - [Labor Walks](https://apwusjal0526.org/labor-walks) - Message from Mike Gallagher, Eastern Region Coordinator. - [APWU MOU CANVASSING - SJ & Shore Opportunities](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-mou-canvassing-sj-shore-opportunities) - October Job Opportunities. - [APWU's PSE Survey](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwus-pse-survey) - PSE participation - [Significant Payroll Issue Identified](https://apwusjal0526.org/significant-payroll-issue-identified) - Informing of a payroll system glitch. - [SJ Area Local Election Notice to Members](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-local-election-notice-to-members) - SJ Area Local Election Notice to members. - [National Day of Action](https://apwusjal0526.org/national-day-of-action) - National Day of Action - [FLYERS - October 8, 2018 Rally](https://apwusjal0526.org/flyers-october-8-2018-rally) - Flyers for the October 2018 Rally. - [Abusive Management](https://apwusjal0526.org/abusive-management) - There's more than just a Zero Tolerance Policy for your defense. See what else is available to you. - [Level 18 Offices and the PMEOD Button Agreement](https://apwusjal0526.org/level-18-offices-and-the-pmeod-button-agreement) - National Award on Article 1.6.B - [The Clerk’s Role In My Post Office (myPO)](https://apwusjal0526.org/the-clerks-role-in-my-post-office-mypo) - Expanding MyPO Access to include a Clerk Role - [JOIN THE RALLY!!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/join-the-rally) - Rallies by ALL four (4) postal unions. - [REMINDER: PSE Special Enrollment for USPS Health Benefits](https://apwusjal0526.org/reminder-pse-special-enrollment-for-usps-health-benefits) - Special Enrollment Period from August 20 to October 4, 2018, 11 :59 p.m. Eastern Time. - [PHILADELPHIA METRO DISTRICT (PTF OR PSE) TO PTF CANVASS: POSTING OPENS 09-14-2018 & CLOSES 09-24-2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/philadelphia-metro-district-ptf-or-pse-to-ptf-canvass-posting-opens-09-14-2018-closes-09-24-2018) - Preference Sheet for Philadelphia Metropolitan District’s PTF/PSE Canvass for a PTF Position within the Philadelphia Metro District. - [Lead Clerk Duty Assignments and TACS Training and Duties Step Four Settlement](https://apwusjal0526.org/lead-clerk-duty-assignments-and-tacs-training-and-duties-step-four-settlement) - USPS must train Lead Clerks - [APWU MOU CANVASSING - MASTER for PTF or PSE To PTF September Sergeantsville](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-mou-canvassing-master-for-ptf-or-pse-to-ptf-september-sergeantsville) - September position available. - [SJ District 2018 Flu Clinics](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-district-2018-flu-clinics) - It is that time of year again! - [Why The Rich Love Destroying Unions](https://apwusjal0526.org/why-the-rich-love-destroying-unions) - A little something to think about. - [Full Time Driver Safety Instructor Position, Bellmawr, NJ](https://apwusjal0526.org/full-time-driver-safety-instructor-position-bellmawr-nj) - Full Time Driver Safety Instructor position. - [PSE TRAINING SEMINAR](https://apwusjal0526.org/pse-training-seminar) - Know your rights as a Postal Support Employee (PSE). - [Central PA PTF and PSE CANVASS AUG 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/central-pa-ptf-and-pse-canvass-aug-2018) - Available positions - [PHILADELPHIA METRO DISTRICT (PTF OR PSE) TO PTF CANVASS](https://apwusjal0526.org/philadelphia-metro-district-ptf-or-pse-to-ptf-canvass) - Central Philadelphia Jobs - [Join the September 6 Town Hall Call](https://apwusjal0526.org/join-the-september-6-town-hall-call) - Have all the latest information as we head back to the table. - [PTF/PSE TO PTF (PART-TIME FLEXIBLE) AWARD NOTICE](https://apwusjal0526.org/ptf-pse-to-ptf-part-time-flexible-award-notice) - See who was awarded - [Lessons Learned From the Canadian Door Delivery Fight](https://apwusjal0526.org/lessons-learned-from-the-canadian-door-delivery-fight) - "...they have an interest in destroying the services we provide." (Canadian Postal Union Workers President) - [Facing the Battles Ahead Through Postal Union Solidarity](https://apwusjal0526.org/facing-the-battles-ahead-through-postal-union-solidarity) - The vital importance of postal union solidarity - [Delegates Act on Constitutional, Labor-Management Resolutions](https://apwusjal0526.org/delegates-act-on-constitutional-labor-management-resolutions) - Changes to the union’s constitution were approved. - [Delegation Hits the Streets Proclaiming the ‘U.S. Mail Is Not For Sale!’](https://apwusjal0526.org/delegation-hits-the-streets-proclaiming-the-u-s-mail-is-not-for-sale) - Updating news on the fight against privatizing USPS. - [PDIs 101](https://apwusjal0526.org/pdis-101) - Rights entitled to PSEs as well as Full-time Regulars and PTFs. - [Resolution Opposing Privatization of the Postal Service Introduced in Congress](https://apwusjal0526.org/resolution-opposing-privatization-of-the-postal-service-introduced-in-congress) - Congress to take all appropriate measures to ensure that the United States Postal Service remains an independent establishment - [Seventh and Final COLA under the 2015 Contract Agreement Announced](https://apwusjal0526.org/seventh-and-final-cola-under-the-2015-contract-agreement-announced) - The COLAs received during the 2015-2018 CBA. - [Gear Up this Thursday](https://apwusjal0526.org/gear-up-this-thursday) - Send a clear signal to management. - [Working people stopped right to work in Missouri](https://apwusjal0526.org/working-people-stopped-right-to-work-in-missouri) - Stopping the passage of right to work in Missouri. - [APWU Clerk August 2018 Postings](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-clerk-august-2018-postings) - Available vacancies for placement opportunities. - [Witness designation for drawer counts](https://apwusjal0526.org/witness-designation-for-drawer-counts) - Field Accounting Procedures - [Special Enrollment for PSEs](https://apwusjal0526.org/special-enrollment-for-pses) - Information about a special enrollment period for PSEs to obtain health benefits. - [Fired Up and Ready to Go! Contract Negotiations Begin Between the APWU and USPS](https://apwusjal0526.org/fired-up-and-ready-to-go-contract-negotiations-begin-between-the-apwu-and-usps) - APWU welcoming remarks were given by Industrial Relations Director and chief spokesperson Vance Zimmerman - [UPS goes back to court on USPS costing methodology](https://apwusjal0526.org/ups-goes-back-to-court-on-usps-costing-methodology) - Unless you are up to speed on the various types of postal costs, the issues in the case are pretty arcane and technical... - [Your TSP account: Surviving the coming correction](https://apwusjal0526.org/your-tsp-account-surviving-the-coming-correction) - When/if the 20-plus percent correction hits, how will it hit you? - [President's Report: June 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/presidents-report-june-2018) - (This article was first reported in the June 2018, Local Newsletter) Written by: Rob Armentani, President of APWU, SJAL #0526 Proposed Constitutional Changes During the April General Membership Meeting, two proposed Constitutional changes were submitted. These proposals were submitted to the Constitution Committee for consideration. The membership will vote on the proposed resolution at the - [Lawyer Services For SJ Area Local Members](https://apwusjal0526.org/lawyer-services-for-sj-area-local-members-2) - Lawyer Services For SJ Area Local Members - [Business Agent's Report: June 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/business-agents-report-june-2018) - (This article was first reported in the June 2018, Local Newsletter) Written by: Frank Bollinger, Business Agent of APWU, SJAL #0526 Reporting Violations I know it is troublesome for a few out there to inform the Union when management violates the contract. Some worry about "rocking the boat", retaliation, or other negatives. First remember management - [Safety Facts: Pt. 2](https://apwusjal0526.org/safety-facts-pt-2) - Downloadable safety fact sheet - [Safety Facts](https://apwusjal0526.org/safety-facts) - Downloadable safety fact sheet - [Director of Associate Offices Report: June 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/director-of-associate-offices-report-june-2018) - (This article was first reported in the June 2018, Local Newsletter) Written by: Mike Wright, Director of Associate Offices of APWU, SJAL #0526 What integrity? In March, the District Manager had sent a memo to all managers on Workplace Integrity. This memo has been sent out almost monthly by current and former District Managers. Unfortunately, - [Clerk Craft Director's Report: June 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/clerk-craft-directors-report-june-2018) - (This article was first reported in the June 2018, Local Newsletter) Written by: Kathy Kustner, Clerk Craft Director of APWU, SJAL #0526 When you sign your 3971's: Make sure it is your name on it. Make sure it is the date or dates that you called out for. Make sure that if you called out using FMLA, - [Building Support in Congress for our Fight Against Privatization](https://apwusjal0526.org/building-support-in-congress-for-our-fight-against-privatization) - A video that shows Congress in support against privatizing USPS. - [TSP Modernization Act](https://apwusjal0526.org/tsp-modernization-act) - See what's new with TSP withdrawal options. - [eReassign Position Available](https://apwusjal0526.org/ereassign-position-available) - Position available in SJ Local Area. - [Supreme Court Limits Worker's Rights](https://apwusjal0526.org/supreme-court-limits-workers-rights) - How the Supreme Court has just changed fair practice in the workplace. - [Marijuana Use by Postal Employees](https://apwusjal0526.org/marijuana-use-by-postal-employees) - USPS Policy on marijuana use. - [The President's Executive Order](https://apwusjal0526.org/the-presidents-executive-order) - President Trump to evaluate the finances of USPS. - [PSE Pay & Dues Increase](https://apwusjal0526.org/pse-pay-dues-increase) - Informing the PSEs of their pay and dues increase. - [mPOS Accountability Forms](https://apwusjal0526.org/mpos-accountability-forms) - Mike Wright informs our position on mPOS scanners. - [PTF Positions in Philly Area](https://apwusjal0526.org/ptf-positions-in-philly-area) - Job opportunities in the 50 mile radius of Philadelphia, PA area. - [It's Happening Everywhere](https://apwusjal0526.org/its-happening-everywhere) - Articles from PWW April 2018 shows that it's not only in South Jersey where the management issue is happening. - [Things To Know About Article 12](https://apwusjal0526.org/things-to-know-about-article-12) - Things to know and understand about Article 12. - [Stand Up for Safe Jobs](https://apwusjal0526.org/stand-up-for-safe-jobs) - Important bullet points about standing for safety in your workplace. - [Requesting A Shop Steward](https://apwusjal0526.org/requesting-a-shop-steward) - (This article was first reported in the April 2018, Local Newsletter) Written by: Tony Rodriguez, Editor of APWU, SJAL #0526 I have touched on this subject in our last newsletter. I pose the question, “What are you paying Union dues for?” It is not to wait until there is a disciplinary action taken against you - [Lawyer Services For SJ Area Local Members](https://apwusjal0526.org/lawyer-services-for-sj-area-local-members) - Lawyer Services For SJ Area Local Members - [Business Agent's Report: April 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/business-agents-report-february-2018) - The Business Agent informs what management is doing in different offices of the local. - [Director of Associate Offices Report: April 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/director-of-associate-offices-report-april-2018) - (This article was first reported in the April 2018, Local Newsletter) Written by: Mike Wright, Director of Associate Offices of APWU, SJAL #0526 SSA Training I had the opportunity to attend SSA training, again, since my live record expired a few years back. The positive is that clerks are teaching the class so you’re getting - [President’s Report: April 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/presidents-report-april-2018) - The Local President informs how management uses intimidation to withhold employees' pay. - [President’s Report: February 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/presidents-report-february-2018) - The Local President informs about VER/VERA and how management is attacking jobs locally. - [Director of Associate Offices Report: February 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/director-of-associate-offices-report-february-2018) - The Director of Associate Offices updating the local on the issues happening in the AOs. - [RFI'S - Request for Information](https://apwusjal0526.org/rfis-request-for-information) - Understanding the time frame of Requests for Information (RFI). - [Union Commercial Break](https://apwusjal0526.org/union-commercial-break) - Informing members of their right to requesting a shop steward. - [Contract Negotiation Preparations](https://apwusjal0526.org/contract-negotiation-preparations) - Information about a town hall meeting conducted over the phone for updates on negotiation preparations . - [USPS Safety Ambassador Program](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-safety-ambassador-program) - What APWU National has to say about the USPS Safety Ambassador Program. - [Safety Ambassador Program and JCIM Training](https://apwusjal0526.org/safety-ambassador-program) - The Union's stand on participation of this program. - [Bad mPOS Talk](https://apwusjal0526.org/bad-mpos-talk) - Information on a Stand Up Talk that violates the CBA pecking order. - [FMLA: Employee Rights](https://apwusjal0526.org/fmla-employee-rights) - A poster of FMLA Employee Rights. - [Workers Memorial Day](https://apwusjal0526.org/workers-memorial-day) - A message from the National President and Industrial Relations Director. - [eReassign Postings](https://apwusjal0526.org/ereassign-postings) - New job opportunities in the South Jersey Area. - [The 2019 Trump Budget Proposal Affecting Retirees' Future](https://apwusjal0526.org/the-2019-trump-budget-proposal-affecting-retirees-future) - How the 2019 Trump Budget Proposal will affect present and future retirees' benefits. - [Zero Tolerance from the USPS News Link](https://apwusjal0526.org/zero-tolerance-from-the-usps-news-link) - USPS Promotes safe workplaces. - [Open PTF Positions in Philly Area!!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/open-ptf-positions-in-philly-area) - Letting PSEs know that there are open PTF opportunities in Philly area. - [January 24th 2018 Town Hall Call](https://apwusjal0526.org/january-24th-2018-town-hall-call) - Informing all of the members of the Town Hall Call by the National President. - [SJ Area Local Union Meetings for 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-local-union-meetings-for-2018) - Notification to members of the SJ Area Local General Meetings for 2018. - [WARNING! Voluntary Early Retirement has Potential Side Effects](https://apwusjal0526.org/warning-voluntary-early-retirement-has-potential-side-effects) - Giving Union members things to look into when considering the Voluntary Early Retirement being offered. - [National Arbitration Update](https://apwusjal0526.org/national-arbitration-update) - Letting members know of all the Arbitration Awards of 2017. - [January 24 Town Hall Call: SAVE THE DATE!!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/january-24-town-hall-call-save-the-date) - APWU President Mark Dimondstein is inviting union members to join him for a live Town Hall Call. - [USPS Announces Voluntary Early Out Retirement (VERA): Part 1](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-announces-voluntary-early-out-retirement-vera-part-1) - Latest developments of a Voluntary Early Out Retirement made by USPS, Part 1. - [USPS Announces Voluntary Early Out Retirement (VERA): Part 2](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-announces-voluntary-early-out-retirement-vera-part-2) - Downloadable information that helps USPS employees fully understand the Voluntary Early Out Retirement process. - [Central PA PTF and PSE CANVASS JANUARY 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/central-pa-ptf-and-pse-canvass-january-2018) - Window Clerk position open in the Central PA District. - [Message from the APWU Health Plan Director](https://apwusjal0526.org/message-from-the-apwu-health-plan-director) - A message about a Health Plan update starting 2018. - [2018 Scholarship Program](https://apwusjal0526.org/2018-scholarship-program) - Information about the APWU Scholarship Program. - [21-Day eReassign Guidelines](https://apwusjal0526.org/21-day-ereassign-guidelines) - A step-by-step guide on how to use eReassign. - [Carrier Coordinator Training and eCCC Crossing Craft Violations](https://apwusjal0526.org/carrier-coordinator-training-and-eccc-crossing-craft-violations) - (This information has been provided by Lamont Brooks, Assistant Director (A) Clerk Division) It is very important that while the Postal Service is reverting and abolishing duty assignments that locals are actively pursuing our work. When you can identify carriers or other crafts performing clerk bargaining unit work it is critical that we file crossing - [APWU Clashes with Management on New 3971 Language](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-clashes-with-management-on-new-3971-language) - APWU stands against language introduced by USPS management. - [Just Say No To The Shaker Survey](https://apwusjal0526.org/just-say-no-to-the-shaker-survey) - Information from the Northeast Regional leaders of APWU. - [President's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/presidents-report-2) - SJ Area Local President wraps up what has been going on for the year. - [Mindset ReBoot](https://apwusjal0526.org/mindset-reboot) - The Editor gives a strong message to Union members. - [Director of Human Relations Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/director-of-human-relations-report) - The Director of Human Relations discusses Open Season. - [Business Agent's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/business-agents-report-2) - The Local Business Agent addresses and informs members on present issues. - [Clerk Craft Director’s Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/clerk-craft-directors-report-2) - The Local's Clerk Craft Director addresses & informs stewards and members about abusive supervisors. - [Clerk Craft Director’s Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/clerk-craft-directors-report) - The Local's Clerk Craft Director addresses & informs stewards and members on the process and how to handle a PDI that turns into discipline. - [Director of Associate Offices Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/548-2) - The Director of Associate Offices addresses and informs members on present issues going on in the local offices. - [2018 Open Season Is HERE!!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/2018-open-season-is-here) - Giving employees information of the upcoming Open Season and Premium changes. - [Annual Leave Exchange 2018: PLEASE READ AND/OR DOWNLOAD!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/annual-leave-exchange-2018-please-read-andor-download) - Dates when you can exchange excess leave for pay. - [Lead Clerk/TACS Award](https://apwusjal0526.org/lead-clerktacs-award) - The National Step 4 Arbitration award for Lead Clerks. - [USPS to test web-based program: ECOMP](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-to-test-web-based-program-ecomp) - Notification of a new Department of Labor Program being tested by USPS. - [2017 Penalty Overtime Exclusion Period](https://apwusjal0526.org/2017-penalty-overtime-exclusion-period) - Informing all employees of the penalty overtime exclusion period of 2017. - [Single-Drawer Accountability 6-Hour Offices](https://apwusjal0526.org/single-drawer-accountability-6-hour-offices) - Clarification on work in RMPOs. - [USPS 'Shirks Responsibility' to PSEs](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-shirks-responsibility-to-pses) - How USPS creates a gap in health insurance coverage. - [Donations For Puerto Rico Drop-Off: Sunday, Oct. 22nd – Wednesday, Oct. 25th](https://apwusjal0526.org/donations-for-puerto-rico-drop-off-sunday-oct-22nd-wednesday-oct-25th) - Information from SJ Area Local President where to drop off donations for Puerto Rico. - [EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE TO PUERTO RICO!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/emergency-assistance-to-puerto-rico) - A message to the South Jersey Area Local about participating in an effort to assist Puerto Rico in its disaster relief. - [USPS watchdog report has senators wanting answers, possible firings](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-watchdog-report-has-senators-wanting-answers-possible-firings) - An excerpt of an article from Federal News Radio. - [Help Request: Assist Fellow USPS Employees That Suffered From Hurricane Irma](https://apwusjal0526.org/help-request-assist-fellow-usps-employees-that-suffered-from-hurricane-irma) - A request for help to fellow employees in the Florida Keys after hurricane Irma. - [PTFs Contractual HUB Agreement](https://apwusjal0526.org/ptfs-contractual-hub-agreement) - Contractual language for PTF assignments. - [NPMHU Hosted Retirement Seminar](https://apwusjal0526.org/npmhu-hosted-retirement-seminar) - FREE Retirement Seminar - [Stand Up!](https://apwusjal0526.org/stand-up) - The Local's Editor sends a message to the members. - [Director of Associate Offices Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/director-of-associate-offices-report) - The Director of Associate Offices addresses and informs members on present issues going on in the local offices. - [Business Agent’s Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/business-agents-report) - The Local Business Agent addresses and informs members on present issues. - [EAP Information](https://apwusjal0526.org/eap-information) - Information how to utilize EAP. - [President's Report](https://apwusjal0526.org/presidents-report) - Article from September Newsletter 2017 - [2018 Contract Campaign and Slogan Contest!](https://apwusjal0526.org/2018-contract-campaign-and-slogan-contest) - Information about APWU gearing up for negotiations for the 2018 contract. - [Second Significant COLA Increase of 2017 Announced](https://apwusjal0526.org/second-significant-cola-increase-of-2017-announced) - COLA Increase of 2017 - [Eastern Regional Coordinator Update](https://apwusjal0526.org/eastern-regional-coordinator-update) - An update on excessing events in the Eastern Region. - [APWU National Contract Slogan Contest](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-national-contract-slogan-contest) - Create a slogan for AWPU 2018 Contract Negotiations!! - [Hurricane Harvey Donations](https://apwusjal0526.org/hurricane-harvey-donations) - Help postal employees affected by Hurricane Harvey. - [Maximum Work Hours: Work Day/Work Week](https://apwusjal0526.org/maximum-work-hours-work-daywork-week) - Information about the 12/60 Work Limitation. - [Eastern Regional Coordinator Update: Event Cancellations](https://apwusjal0526.org/eastern-regional-coordinator-update-event-cancellations) - The Eastern Regional Coordinator updates about event cancellations in the Region. - [Recent Update From Your Director of Associate Offices](https://apwusjal0526.org/recent-update-from-your-director-of-associate-offices) - The APWU-SJAL #0526 Director of Associate Offices gives an update and members important information on time limits and mileage claims. - [Bellmawr P&DC Job Awards](https://apwusjal0526.org/bellmawr-pdc-job-awards) - A public post of the bid job assignment awards. - [DAY OF ACTION!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/day-of-action-2) - Letting members and their neighbors know how the changes in USPS can effect them. - [NEW PAGE UNDER CONSTRUCTION](https://apwusjal0526.org/new-page-under-construction) - Informing of a new secured location coming soon. - [New Website and Facebook Under Construction](https://apwusjal0526.org/new-website-facebook-construction) - Welcome to the NEW APWU: South Jersey Local 0526 website! Presently, we are under construction. Stay tuned, we are working as fast as possible to get things moved from the prior location. As well, a NEW Facebook location will also be announced as soon as we're done. Thanks for your patients. In Solidarity, APWU Webmaster - [Nationwide Issue: Reversions/Abolishments By The Postal Service](https://apwusjal0526.org/nationwide-issue-reversionsabolishments-by-the-postal-service) - Information details about the Nationwide job reversions/abolishments by USPS. - [Address To Membership: Nationwide Reversions](https://apwusjal0526.org/address-to-membership-nationwide-reversions) - A video by the President of the NY Metro Area Postal Union addressing the nationwide reversions. - [ATTACK ON JOBS!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/attack-on-jobs) - Find out what our Eastern Region Coordinator has to say about what is going on in our region/nation-wide. - [USPS Installation of a Keying Station](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-installation-of-a-keying-station) - Information from our National Assistant Clerk Craft Director about USPS installing a keying station in certain facilities. - [Know Your Weingarten Rights](https://apwusjal0526.org/know-your-weingarten-rights) - A message from the National Director of Industrial Relations reminding members to know and understand their rights. - [Clerk Issues](https://apwusjal0526.org/clerk-issues) - A message from South Jersey Area Local's Director of Associate Offices about current Clerk craft issues. - [APWU Geared Up to Fight Back Against USPS Reductions in Service and Jobs](https://apwusjal0526.org/apwu-geared-up-to-fight-back-against-usps-reductions-in-service-and-jobs) - Giving employees a clearer understanding of the current situation with USPS attacking jobs. - [Eastern Region Arbitration Award](https://apwusjal0526.org/eastern-region-arbitration-award) - A Clerk Craft arbitration Eastern Regional award about duty assignments in the AOs. - [USPS Cutting 12,000 Jobs Nationwide; Longer Lines, Slower Delivery Expected](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-cutting-12000-jobs-nationwide-longer-lines-slower-delivery-expected) - A short article shared from Seattle Q13 FOX News website. - [EARNED HOURS DEFEATED IN REGULAR ARBITRATION!](https://apwusjal0526.org/earned-hours-defeated-in-regular-arbitration) - Lamont Brooks, National Assistant Director of Clerk Craft, shares another victory in arbitration over job reversions. - [Full Time Driver Safety Instructor Posting, Qualification Standards and Job Description](https://apwusjal0526.org/full-time-driver-safety-instructor-posting-qualification-standards-and-job-description) - Information on how to obtain the vacancy for Driver Safety Instructor. - [National President's Letter: Contract Negotiations 2018](https://apwusjal0526.org/national-presidents-letter-contract-negotiations-2018) - A letter from the National President discussing the upcoming preparations for the 2018 Contract Negotiations. - [Join Us For Union Appreciation Night](https://apwusjal0526.org/join-us-for-union-appreciation-night) - Members come join us for some Temple football fun! - [How To Get Wounded Warrior Leave](https://apwusjal0526.org/how-to-get-wounded-warrior-leave) - Now available on the website, Wounded Warrior Leave for service-connected disabilities. - [Postal Service Union Warns of Job Cuts, Service Reductions at Charlotte Rally](https://apwusjal0526.org/postal-service-union-warns-of-job-cuts-service-reductions-at-charlotte-rally) - A short article shared from the Charlotte Business Journal website. - [Day of Action: July 18, 2017 - The National President's Video](https://apwusjal0526.org/day-of-action-july-18-2017-the-national-presidents-video) - A video with the National President's call to action. - [South Jersey Area Local Picnic: Clementon Park & Splash World](https://apwusjal0526.org/south-jersey-area-local-picnic-clementon-park-splash-world) - Come join the fun!! Discounted price!!! FREE food for 5 hours!! FREE parking!! - [DAY OF ACTION!!!](https://apwusjal0526.org/day-of-action) - A nation-wide Call-To-Action due to the White House Budget Proposal. Download and post in your local facility. - [Fighting Privatization](https://apwusjal0526.org/fighting-privatization) - Explaining how USPS management has worked in favor of privatizing the postal service. - [A Significant Step Forward for Remedies](https://apwusjal0526.org/a-significant-step-forward-for-remedies) - Explaining what is the remedy for the failure to post those jobs. - [MVO/TTO Qualification Standards Settlement](https://apwusjal0526.org/mvotto-qualification-standards-settlement) - Defined qualification guidelines necessary for MVOs looking to bid on a TTO position. - [Maintenance Defines Custodial Staffing in POStPlan Clusters](https://apwusjal0526.org/maintenance-defines-custodial-staffing-in-postplan-clusters) - Clarification as awarded by National Arbitration for the Maintenance craft. - [Organizing to Save Your Local Post Office](https://apwusjal0526.org/organizing-to-save-your-local-post-office) - How to organize when your local post office places notification of closing the local office. - [Dealing with the OIG](https://apwusjal0526.org/dealing-with-the-oig) - Tips on knowing your rights when dealing with PIS/OIG. - [White House 2018 Budget Proposal Targets Postal Workers and Postal Services](https://apwusjal0526.org/white-house-2018-budget-proposal-targets-postal-workers-and-postal-services) - How a proposed budget will effect USPS employees nation-wide. - [‘All for One and One for All!’](https://apwusjal0526.org/all-for-one-and-one-for-all) - A message from the National President of APWU. - [From Your Editor](https://apwusjal0526.org/from-your-editor) - A message from the South Jersey Area Local's new Editor. - [Direct From The National Website](https://apwusjal0526.org/direct-from-the-national-website) - APWU and Mail Handlers Union Send a United Message to PMG Brennan Denouncing “Wholesale and Massive Job Cuts”. - [More Detailed Function 4 Codes](https://apwusjal0526.org/more-detailed-function-4-codes) - An updated, more detailed list of Functions 4 Codes for Window Clerks. - [Step-By-Step Instructions: Checking Up Times](https://apwusjal0526.org/step-by-step-instructions-checking-up-times) - How to compare the A.M. Verification Report vs. the VAP Report. - [Function 4 Codes To Be Used At A.O. Locations](https://apwusjal0526.org/function-4-codes-to-be-used-at-a-o-locations) - Codes that USPS Window Clerks need to use to maximize the accountability of their hours worked. - [USPS A.O. Hour/Reason Codes](https://apwusjal0526.org/usps-a-o-hourreason-codes) - Codes that are used to show man hours, operation worked under, as well as the reason of the code's use. - [Favorable Decision from Administrative Law Judge of the NLRB](https://apwusjal0526.org/favorable-decision-from-administrative-law-judge-of-the-nlrb) - Find out how a judge ruled on Postal Service policies that restrict the ability of its employees to record, photograph; use copyrighted or trademark materials, or speak to the media to be in violation of employees’ legal right to work together for better wages, hours, and working conditions. - [SJ Area Offices: Management Performing Bargaining Unit Work](https://apwusjal0526.org/sj-area-offices-management-performing-bargaining-unit-work) - Informing members of local issues where management is violating bargaining unit work. - [ELM Section 437 and PS 3074 Waiver involving 1.6.b Global Payment LOD](https://apwusjal0526.org/elm-section-437-and-ps-3074-waiver-involving-1-6-b-global-payment-lod) - Gives instructions on how to fill out the proper forms for the 1.6.b Global Payment LOD. - [Line H National Settlement](https://apwusjal0526.org/line-h-national-settlement) - The Postal Service and the Maintenance Division of the APWU signed an agreement resolving a national level dispute. - [Sales Retention Team National Award](https://apwusjal0526.org/sales-retention-team-national-award) - On December 9, 2016, National Director of Industrial Relations, Vance Zimmerman issued a memo explaining the details of the of the Sales Retention Team National Award. - [NEW SITE UNDER CONSTRUCTION](https://apwusjal0526.org/hello-world) - Welcome to the NEW APWU: South Jersey Local 0526 website! Presently, we are under construction. Stay tuned, we are working as fast as possible to get things moved from the prior location. As well, a NEW Facebook location will also be announced as soon as we're done. Thanks for your patients. In Solidarity, APWU ## Pages - [APWU-SJAL: CBA, JCIM, JCAM and LMOUs](https://apwusjal0526.org/south-jersey-area-lmous) - APWU Contract, interpretations manual, the Local Memorandums Of Understanding for all of the offices and facilities covered by APWU / SJ Area Local #0526 and more. - [Contact Us](https://apwusjal0526.org/contact-us) - How to contact and communicate with South Jersey Area Local, by use of telephone and social media (Facebook). - [GMM Meeting Dates](https://apwusjal0526.org/gmm-meeting-dates) - Below are the dates for the SJ Area Local General Membership Meetings. Be sure to come and see what is going on, as well as meet/see your local officers. Sunday Feb. 19th – 10 AM Tuesday April 18th – 7 PM Sunday June 11th – 10 AM Tuesday September 19th – 7 PM Sunday November - [FMLA Forms](https://apwusjal0526.org/most-commonly-used-forms/fmla-forms) - Downloadable PDF files that can be filled, saved and digitally filed. - [Other Employee & Steward Forms](https://apwusjal0526.org/most-commonly-used-forms/other-employee-steward-forms) - Various requests and system entry forms (i.e. Annual, Change of Schedule, Manual Bid, etc.). - [Wounded Warrior Leave](https://apwusjal0526.org/most-commonly-used-forms/wounded-warrior-leave) - Find out how USPS employees can qualify for Wounded Warrior Leave for service-connected disabilities. - [Steward and Member Forms](https://apwusjal0526.org/most-commonly-used-forms) - Downloadable grievance, FMLA and other various forms. - [Message From The President](https://apwusjal0526.org/message-from-the-president) - A brief message from the Local President Robert Armentani. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://apwusjal0526.org/category/uncategorized) - 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