Let’s talk about a trend quietly affecting our offices and bank accounts: Salary Compression. It might sound like HR-speak, but for those of us navigating the halls of Higher Ed, it’s a very personal issue. As we prepare for our next union contract negotiation cycle,...

They say a Labor Relations meeting is the only place where people can spend two hours arguing about labor law or contract language without ever reaching a resolution—it’s like watching a group of people try to agree on where to go for lunch, except the lunch menu is...

The Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA) is your partner in the workplace. Here is a breakdown of how we support you and where our authority ends. 1. What UMPSA Does For You We work to ensure your workload is stable, your pay is fair, and your...