APWU and USPS Agree to One-Time Retirement Incentive, 'Early Out' for Postal Workers

[WVPWU]

On Jan. 13, 2025, the United States Postal Service and the American Postal Workers Union have mutually agreed to a one-time Retirement Incentive, including an "early out" option for eligible employees.

The parties agree that the Postal Service will make lump sum incentive payments totaling $15,000 (less applicable taxes and deductions) to eligible full-time career employees who choose optional retirement or retire pursuant to a Voluntary Early Retirement (VER). Part-time employees will be eligible for a prorated amount, as provided in the attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

You can read the full MOU below. Questions and Answers regarding this MOU will be posted soon.

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  2025-01-13 MOU Re: One-Time Retirement Incentive