Administrative, Professional & Technical Support

Administrative, professional and technical support staff make sure that grant requirements are met, help students get their financial aid on time; ensure that universities meet their technology needs, and that students and faculty have the things they need to succeed. We also ensure universities are welcoming and accessible environments for everyone.

Administrative, professional and technical support staff are uniting as AFSCME members to win more flexible work schedules and telework options, create real opportunities for professional development, better pay and benefits and a say in how things are run on campus.

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Josh Garman - Instrument Maker

"Being on a university campus means that we are often spread thin over a large area. That makes it even more important for us to come together and remind management that we stand united."

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Heather Carper - Image Processing Technician

"Our work is extremely siloed across departments. Oftentimes decisions are being made at the top without a clear picture of how this impacts those who carry out the work..."
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Robbie Vermillion - Office Manager

"Being part of AFSCME means protection and comfort in job security. I know many people who are not protected by unions and live in the constant fear..."
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Amanda Dykema - Proposal Development Manager

"When talking with my coworkers I encourage people to join our union because that’s how we create sustainable workplaces and build the university’s mission..."
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