On June 11, members of UFCW Local 152 who are employed as clerical workers at the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office in Cape May County, N.J., ratified their first union contract. The ratification was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on June 24th, officially giving the workers a voice on the job and securing wages and benefits.

The clerical workers joined UFCW Local 152 in October of 2024 because they wanted a voice in the workplace and better wages and benefits. This first union contract addresses those concerns.
With the implementation of the new three-year agreement, these workers are no longer “at-will” employees and have secured provisions like holidays, paid time off, the grievance and arbitration procedure, and seniority in a legally protected document.
Additionally, workers at the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office will now receive guaranteed annual wage increases, including retro pay back to the beginning of the year. The contract added premiums on top of their base pay for certifications, abilities, and educational experience. The contract also defined sick leave parameters and pay, including a sick leave incentive program and buyback program.