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Becoming a member is as easy as filling out an 1187 form.

 

The United Postmasters and Managers of America invite all Postmasters, Managers, Supervisors and other USPS employees with the goal of being an EAS employee  to join us.  In these uncertain times it is even more important that you belong to an organization that is working for the rights of all EAS employees and that will keep the needs of all UPMA members at the forefront of its mission.

National Website Membership Forms

Benefits of joining UPMA

as a Postmaster, Manager, Supervisor or EAS Professional

  • UPMA is the only management organization that can represent you at Postal Headquarters on specific Postmaster issues, including the planning and development of pay policies and schedules and fringe benefit programs.
  • All national UPMA leaders and chapter presidents are current USPS employees.
  • National officers serve one term only in their current positions.
  • As an active member, you have the privilege to vote and hold leadership positions at all levels of the organization.
  • A national website—unitedpma.org—offering the latest information regarding the organization, legislative issues, online training videos and Postal Service information that affects your career.
  • A national magazine and chapter publications that contain information important to you in your current position and will help you in your future endeavors.
  • Annual national and chapter conventions that offer training to help you be successful.
  • As a UPMA member you have access to the network of Adverse Action Member reps, should the need arise. As an active EAS member of UPMA for at least one year prior to the date of an initial proposed adverse action you are eligible for the Legal Defense Plan.

Article Comparing UPMA Legal Defense Plan to the NAPS Disciplinary Defense Fund (PDF)

  • You gain a network of Postmasters, Managers, Supervisors and other EAS Professionals who can assist you in your day-to-day duties and mentor you for future opportunities.

Benefits of joining UPMA as an Associate

  • UPMA wants to help you meet your goals and is the premier management organization that allows you to become a member before being promoted to an EAS position.
  • A network of active postal employees who will help prepare you to take advantage of opportunities for upward mobility.
  • All national UPMA leaders and chapter presidents are current USPS employees.
  • A national website—unitedpma.org—offering the latest information regarding the organization, legislative issues, online training videos and Postal Service information that affects your career.
  • A national magazine and chapter publications that contain information important to you and in your future endeavors.
  • Annual national and chapter conventions that offer training to help you be successful.

For further assistance, call the UPMA National Office at 703-683-9027 and we will be happy to answer any of your questions.

Retiree

  • As a retiree you can continue your membership as a UPMA retiree member or join as a new retiree member. Simply complete the online 1187R application or mail the completed hard copy 1187R form the UPMA national office. Both the on-line and hardcopy form 1187 serve as your request to join UPMA and as your authorization for dues withholding  from your USPS/OPM monthly annuity.
    • National UPMA  Mailing  Address

      8 Herbert Street

      Alexandria, VA 22305
      703-683-9027
  • Join Now 1187R

  • Download 1187R form (PDF)