When you join the UMPSA union, you are part of a larger family of colleagues working to improve wages, benefits, and job protections for all our members. When you have questions or concerns, even things that may not be at a grievance level, a campus/grievance representative is only an email or phone call away. 

Being a member of UMPSA means you have a strong advocate on your side when you need it most. Plus, you’ll get up-to-date information on the status of our University of Maine System and Higher Ed nationally.

Join our UMPSA union today – it’s easy.

• 2026-2027 Membership Application (webform)
• Join Now Membership Application Instructions (word doc)
• How to Complete the Membership Application (video)
• NEA Benefits Flyer (PDF)
• MEA and NEA Benefits for UMPSA Union Members

If you need any assistance or have questions about joining the UMPSA, please contact:
Sara Abronze, UMPSA Statewide President: 207.780.5774 or [email protected]

Membership Benefits

Members receive full benefits, grievance representation, opportunity to participate in professional development, and are able to provide input and vote on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Contract Rights and Benefits
• Grievance Representation with support from the MEA
• $1,000 Life Insurance policy
• $500 travel dollars annually, automatically at no cost
• Professional Liability Insurance Policy of $1 Million
• Legal Help with Certification / Authorization Denials
• Attorney Representation in Employment-Related Criminal Defense Matters
• Retirement Counseling Services
• Access to Amazing MEA & NEA Discounts on Everything from Auto Insurance, Brand Name Stores, and so much more!
• Professional Development Opportunities with CEU’s
• Legal Assistance with Disputed Retirement Claims
• Expertise and Assistance with ADA or Disability Claims
• Right to Hold Office within UMPSA, MEA, or NEA
• Right to Vote in Association Matters – Officers, Contracts, etc.
• Potentially participate on the Negotiation Team to Improve Your Pay, Benefits and Working Conditions

Non-Members only receive:

• Contract Rights and Benefits
• Greivance Representation at a disciplinary hearing

While Non-members are covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement their dues-paying colleagues contributed to, they are not permitted to provide input nor vote on contracts.

[email protected]