Resources for Spokane Area Letter Carriers
Branch 442 serves city carriers across the Spokane area. Use this page to find local branch information, national contract and benefits resources, safety guidance, and tools to help you on the job — from CCA rights and dues questions to retirement planning and steward support.
Branch 442 — Local
Start here for Spokane-area branch materials, events, and ways to connect with your union.
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2026 Carrier Calendar — Colored with Days Off (PDF)
Plan leave, holidays, and pay periods for the year ahead. -
Upcoming Branch Events
Picnics, fundraisers, outings, and member gatherings. -
Contact Branch 442
Questions about local meetings, bylaws, dues, or steward referrals. -
Member Login
Access your Branch 442 member account and profile. -
NALC Membership & Dues Information
How dues are structured nationally. Contact the branch for local dues questions.
Contract & Workplace
Know your rights on the workroom floor under the current National Agreement.
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2023–2026 National Agreement (PDF)
Current contract in effect through May 22, 2026. -
Joint Contract Administration Manual — JCAM (PDF)
Authoritative national interpretations for resolving contract disputes. -
NALC Workplace Resources Hub
Handbooks, manuals, grievance tools, and contract reference materials. -
City Carrier Assistant (CCA) Rights
Summary of CCA pay, leave, conversion, and grievance protections. - CCA Rights & Benefits (PDF)
Benefits, Pay & Employee Services
Health coverage, pay systems, and federal employee programs used by Spokane carriers.
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NALC Health Benefit Plan
FEHB plan information, enrollment, and member services. -
Health Benefits Representative (HBR) Resources
Tools for HBRs helping carriers and families use health benefits. -
LiteBlue (USPS)
Pay statements, ePayroll, leave balances, and postal employee tools. -
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
Federal retirement savings account for FERS and CSRS employees. -
OWCP — Workers’ Compensation (FECA)
On-the-job injury claims and compensation for federal employees.
Retirement Planning
Guidance for active carriers and retirees navigating federal retirement benefits.
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NALC Retirement Department
Toll-free 800-424-5186 — Mon, Wed & Thu, 10 a.m.–noon & 2–4 p.m. ET. - Retirement Resources & Contacts (PDF)
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OPM Retirement Services
Federal annuity processing, CSRS/FERS, and retiree benefits. -
877-477-3273, option 5 — USPS HR Shared Service Center
Retirement application processing for current employees.
Safety & Health
Stay safe on Spokane routes — from summer heat and winter ice to dog encounters and vehicle safety.
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NALC Safety & Health
National safety alerts, heat illness guidance, and carrier protections. -
Postal Employee’s Guide to Safety (EL-814)
Available through the NALC resources page under USPS handbooks. -
Report a Safety Concern to the Branch
Local safety issues on routes or in the plant? Contact Branch 442.
For Stewards & Activists
Tools for shop stewards representing carriers at Informal and Formal Step A.
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NALC Steward Resources
Training, grievance guidance, and national steward support. -
NALC Members Only Portal
Shop Steward’s Guide and Grievance Starters (national NALC login required). -
Contact a Branch 442 Steward
Need union representation? Reach out through the branch.
National NALC
Branch 442 is part of the National Association of Letter Carriers — the sole representative of city delivery letter carriers employed by the U.S. Postal Service.
- NALC National Website
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NALC News & Updates
Contract news, legislative updates, and The Postal Record. - NALC Constitution (PDF)
