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Portland and the federal government

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Labor Relations

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The City of Portland works closely with 14 labor unions, representing more than 6,200 employees – from facilities technicians to police officers to office workers. A contract with each union establishes members’ pay, vacation, benefits and more.
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Introduction to Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 189

City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW)

The District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU)

Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA)

Portland Fire Fighters’ Association (PFFA)

Portland Police Association (PPA)

Portland Police Commanding Officers Association (PPCOA)

Professional & Technical Employees Local 17 (PROTEC17)

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Career Center

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Health and Financial Benefits

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