UC and the Federated University Police Officers’ Association (FUPOA) Continue Bargaining for a Successor Agreement for Non-Supervisory Police Officers
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The University of California (UC) and the Federated University Police Officers’ Association (FUPOA) resumed negotiations on March 25-26 on a new successor bargaining agreement for approximately 266 sworn, non-supervisory police officers across the system. The current contract for the Police Officers Unit (PA) expires on June 30.
During last week’s bargaining session, the University passed proposals on Call Back, Hours of Work, Shift Differential, and Wages. The Union passed a proposal on Duration; counterproposals on Arbitration, Bilingual Pay, Certification Pay, Education Incentive, Ground Rules, Uniform Allowance, and Overpayment; and a side letter on Retirement Calculation.
For Wages, UC proposed automatic, across-the-board increases for all University of California Police Departments, together with annual step increases of 5% for officers meeting performance standards. Through a combination of ATB increases and performance-based step increases, eligible police officers would receive:
- 8% in 2026
- 7% in 2027
- 7% in 2028
- 7% in 2029
Under the proposal, eligible UC police officers would receive total wage increases of 32% when compounded over a four-year agreement. Additionally, officers with at least 10 years of continuous active sworn UC service who maintain performance standards would continue to receive an additional 4% wage adjustment.
During last week’s negotiations, in a positive sign of collaboration and momentum, the parties reached agreements on Access, Grievance, and a Union Deduction Template.
These negotiations take place as campus policing continues to evolve in response to cultural, political, and operational changes over the past five years. UC officers regularly operate in complex environments that require a combination of law enforcement expertise, engagement, and adaptability. Responsibilities include managing demonstrations and supporting mental health and community-based responses as part of their ongoing role on campus.
The University is grateful for the critical role these officers play in maintaining safety and security and fostering a supportive environment for students, faculty, staff, patients, and visitors. We look forward to reaching a balanced agreement that reflects our shared mission of public service, academic excellence, and institutional stewardship.
The parties are scheduled to continue bargaining on April 14-15.
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