Public Sector
Our state workers are dedicated to providing the best in human services to individuals and families across Massachusetts. Through their work, they strive to ensure the well-being of some of the most vulnerable in our communities. Our state worker chapters include: COPS, DCF, DDS, DEEC, DMH, DOR/CSE, DPH, DTA, IST, MassHealth, MCB, MRC, and ProEd.
Resources for Public Sector Members
Get to Know the Training Fund:
The Local 509—Commonwealth Human Service Workers Training Fund was established in 2020 and provides three key programs for all public sector members throughout the year:
- Training Program: The fund delivers a comprehensive and diverse program of high quality, worker centric trainings.
- Grant Program: Individual and group grants enable workers to pursue their own identified professional development goals.
- Scholarship Program: Every year the fund distributes more than $200,000 in scholarships to members and their dependents.
Grievance Forms
State Grievance Form (Editable PDF*)
State Benefits
MPEF Vision & Dental Health Plans
Retirement Information
Contracts
Latest news
April 10 Bargaining Update
Dear members, At last week’s bargaining session, we presented our package of proposals including personal days, improved economics, and pay equity language. We will continue to… Learn more
March 14: Bargaining Update & Continuing Calls to Gov. Healey
We were proud to have over 100 members at evening bargaining on March 14 showing up strong for the contract we deserve! We continued to prioritize… Learn more