WHAT SHOULD I DO WHEN...
Employer says they have no money
Threats of layoffs
Threats of privatization
I need to narrow down a list of arbitrators
Arbitrator profiles from the Research and Collective Bargaining Services (RCBS) Department
Get arbitrator profiles from databases as well as union attorneys’ reviews of labor arbitrators. Staff reps can make a request by phone at 202-429-1215, email at research@afscme.org or using the Ask a Researcher form.
I need a wage survey for impasse
Wage and benefit surveys from the Research and Collective Bargaining Services (RCBS) Department See how your unit’s pay compares to others, if negotiations are stalled or to prepare for impasse proceedings. Staff reps can call 202-429-1215, email research@afscme.org or use the Ask a Researcher form to make a request. Allow up to one month of lead time for custom surveys.
I need ability to pay expert testimony
Expert testimony from from the Research and Collective Bargaining Services (RCBS) Department RCBS can prepare exhibits and give expert testimony at impasse proceedings. Staff reps can call 202-429-1215, email research@afscme.org or use the Ask a Researcher form to make a request.
Need more help?
Research and Collective Bargaining Services Department experts can advise staff reps in these difficult situations. Affiliate staff can make a request by phone at 202-429-1215 or email at research@afscme.org .
