Public Service Administrators, Option 2

Public Service Administrators, Option 2
Uniting with AFSCME to get things done

As the election nears, the decision to join thousands of other state employees to win raises, rights and protection is an important one. There are some very real problems PSA Option 2 employees are facing. There are some very real solutions that AFSCME representation provides.

FAIR PAY & CONSISTENT RAISES
AFSCME’s track record for state employees is second to none. This is not about $1 more. Thousands of merit comp employees have made big improvements in their salaries and retirement calculations by joining AFSCME. In fact, Public Service Administrators Option 3, 4 and 6(e) recently won pay increases that result in an average of 15% for their first year. They also now have the right to receive all future increases under the AFSCME contract as well.

SECURITY, RIGHTS & BENEFITS THROUGH OUR MASTER CONTRACT
Choosing AFSCME means you will be covered by AFSCME’s contract immediately upon certification. AFSCME’s contract represents the overwhelming majority of state employees under the governor’s jurisdiction and provides the strongest leverage available during contract negotiations. AFSCME does not have to wait a year or more to make an entire new contract from scratch. And, because more than just your own classification is covered, your opportunities will increase by leaps and bounds. AFSCME offers you all the rights and protections that other AFSCME-represented state employees currently enjoy, including the right to have your own stewards, salary upgrades, cost-of-living increases, step increases, longevity pay, overtime pay, stand-by pay, protection form layoffs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, promotional and vacancy rights to AFSCME-represented jobs before they are available to non-members, and much more.

STRONGER TOGETHER
Subordinates and managers alike are working together under the protection and power of AFSCME’s contract in order to win and retain the rights they deserve. Each has their own voice and their own stewards when grievances arise that need to be resolved. In fact, most managers say they prefer working in a collective effort to get things done rather than being divided and at odds with subordinates. Most are tired of fear tactics, confusion, and division. The overwhelming majority of state employees believe it is a time stand up and fight together for the rights you all deserve. AFSCME is bringing people together to get things done.

PROTECTION FROM REORGANIZATION
Managers who have organized with AFSCME Council 31 have retained their titles. AFSCME Council 31 has fought to insure managers maintain their authority and position.

NEXT STEP –YOUR MAIL BALLOT UNION ELECTION
As you know, AFSCME filed a majority interest petition with the Illinois Labor Relations Board as a result of an overwhelming support for AFSCME representation. Ballots will be mailed on June 16, 2008 and must be received by the ILRB by close of business on July 8, 2008 in order for your vote to be valid and counted. If you do not receive a ballot, please let us know immediately.

At the same time, AFSCME will continue to push forward as quickly as possible to represent your position and title. Our track record is exceptional in these matters. For example, when the State tried to exclude hundreds of PSA Option 3s and 4s, AFSCME fought and won their right to be included.

Once final determinations are made, the ballots will be counted and AFSCME can be certified as your bargaining representative. Immediately, you will gain the benefits and protections of AFSCME’s contract and salary negotiations will then begin. We will continue to keep you updated on our progress in this regard. We are using the full force of our strength, experience, and expertise to gain all the benefits and rights you deserve as quickly as possible.

For more information, call Don Todd at 1-800-697-4645 Ext. 3302.