Postal Services Processor
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Postal Services Worker

Organization's Summary Statement: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applications for full-time, nonexempt, contractual positions with limited benefits. The positions will report to the Postal Services Supervisor. Under general supervision, prepares incoming mail for distribution and processes outgoing mail. This includes distribution and collection of mail, determining and affixing postage, and maintaining records on postage, registered mail and packages.

Primary Duties

• Sorts incoming mail for distribution and dispatches outgoing mail; processes registered, certified, and insured items, bulk mailings, and United Parcel Service packages; stamps date and time of receipt on incoming mail.
• Collects and delivers mail to specified locations on campus for processing. Secures required signatures for accountable mail items such as registered mail and stamp orders.
• Sorts mail according to destination and type, such as returned letters, adjustments, bills, orders, and payments. Researches and addresses undeliverable mail.
• Examines outgoing mail for appearance and seals envelopes. May fold letters or circulars and insert into envelopes.
• Weighs mail to determine correct postage. Processes outgoing mail including registered, certified, insured items, bulk mailings and United Parcel Service packages.
• Makes entries to records regarding postage, parcels, billing and mail requiring special handling such as certified, insured and express mail.
• Operates standard equipment including scales, metering devices, bundle machines, photocopiers, facsimile and bar code machines.

Physical Demands

May be required to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting.

May be required to work in adverse weather conditions.

May be required to operate a variety of equipment.

Licenses/Certifications

A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE: One year of related work experience.

OTHER: Ability to sort and process mail; to lift and carry mail bags and boxes up to 70 lbs.; to communicate effectively; to understand and follow directions; operate standard office equipment and postal services machines; to perform extensive standing and walking.

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Mail carriers may be required to be bonded to handle certain routes dealing with large sums of money.

Additional Job Description

Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system.

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.