City Carrier Assistant (CCA) rights under the NALC agreement include seniority (relative standing), guaranteed hours (2-4 hrs depending on office size), overtime pay (1.5x/2x), sick/annual leave, paid holidays (6), health benefits (FEHB/Non-career plan), uniforms, Workers’ Comp, and a path to career status, with specific rules for hold-downs, grievance access (after 90 work days/120 calendar days), and compensation for fingerprinting. Key protections involve pay rates, job security (reappointment preference), and fair treatment, all governed by the National Agreement.

Key CCA Rights & Benefits

  • Seniority (Relative Standing): Earned seniority helps with hold-downs, opt lists, and reappointment after separation.
  • Pay & Overtime: Time and a half (1.5x) after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week, double time (2x) after 10 hours/day or 56 hours/week (penalty overtime, excluding December).
  • Work Hour Guarantees: 4-hour guarantee in larger offices, 2-hour in smaller ones, when scheduled.
  • Annual & Sick Leave: Earn annual leave and use it for rest, illness, or emergencies; unused leave paid out at year-end.
  • Paid Holidays: Eligible for six paid holidays.
  • Health Benefits: Access to Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) and the USPS Non-career Health Plan.
  • Uniforms: Receive uniform allowance after 90 work days or 120 calendar days.
  • Workers’ Compensation: Covered from day one under FECA for on-duty injuries.
  • Hold-Downs: After 60 days, can opt for hold-downs on vacant assignments for guaranteed hours.

Path to Career & Grievances

  • Conversion: A clear path to full-time career status is part of the agreement.
  • Grievance Procedure: Access to the grievance procedure (for discipline/removal) generally after 90 work days or 120 calendar days, with progressive discipline principles (though corrective action is preferred).

Important Considerations

  • Communication: Maintain open communication with supervisors regarding workload and delays.
  • Local Agreements: Check local union information (NALC Branch) for specific office details, like vacation list inclusion.

CCA Rights And Benefits (pdf)