Introduction to Your Union
I’m Automatically Part of the Union, Right?
Actually, no! Membership in CAPS is opt-in, meaning that you must actively fill out a member application either in-person or online. Without filling out a membership application, you are considered a non-member in the Bargaining Unit.
Non-members Are Not Represented
Non-members of CAPS, those who are employed as state scientists without officially joining CAPS do not receive CAPS benefits, representation, or communications. Here’s a summary of benefits members receive that non-members do not:
REPRESENTATION during... | ||
Investigatory Interviews | ||
Negative Performance Evaluations | ||
Performance Issues | ||
Promotional Issues | ||
Merit Appeals | ||
Exam Appeals | ||
LEGAL REPRESENTATION during... | ||
Adverse Actions | ||
Dismissals | ||
Suspensions | ||
Salary Reductions | ||
Rejections During Probation | ||
Unlawful Appointments | ||
BENEFITS | ||
CAPS COMMUNICATIONS | ||
CAPSule | ||
Weekly News | ||
Bargaining Updates | ||
CAPS MEETINGS | ||
Worksite Meetings | ||
Board Meetings | ||
OTHER BENEFITS | ||
Contract Voting Rights | ||
CAPS Election Voting Rights | ||
Bargaining and Other Surveys | ||
Life Insurance | ||
Scholarships | ||
Consumer Discounts |
Be Represented
Simply sign up online and join your fellow scientists in supporting the union that supports you: http://capsscientists.org/application/.
Have questions?
Feel free to call or email CAPS directly at caps@capsscientists.org