About the position
The Postal Clerk position at the Post Office involves a variety of responsibilities centered around the handling and delivery of mail. The primary duties include picking up and delivering USPS mail as well as campus and departmental mail. The clerk will provide window service to customers, which includes selling stamps and money orders, and assisting with shipping services from UPS, DHL, and FedEx. Additionally, the clerk will be responsible for maintaining post office boxes and performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of mail services within the organization. The job functions are divided into several key areas. The clerk will provide window service, which constitutes 35% of the role, ensuring that customers receive the assistance they need. Sorting and boxing USPS and campus mail accounts for 20% of the responsibilities, requiring attention to detail and organizational skills. Metering outgoing mail is another critical function, making up 15% of the job. The clerk will also deliver mail to various departments and designated boxes twice daily, which represents 10% of the duties. Picking up and delivering mail to and from the main post office three times a day is another 10% of the role, ensuring timely mail handling. Finally, the clerk will conduct daily drawer audits and forward all change of address requests, which account for the remaining 10% of the responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Pick up and deliver USPS mail and campus/departmental mail.
- Provide window service to customers.
- Sell stamps and money orders.
- Assist with UPS, DHL, and FedEx services.
- Maintain post office boxes.
- Sort and box USPS and campus mail.
- Meter outgoing mail.
- Deliver mail to departments and designated boxes twice daily.
- Pick up and deliver mail to and from the main post office three times a day.
- Conduct daily drawer audit paperwork.
- Forward all change of address requests.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions and write information.
- Basic skills in spelling, grammar, composition, and math.
- Computer skills including preparing spreadsheets and database management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with cash registers.
- Ability to lift 70 lbs.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Valid driver's license and defensive driving certificate.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- Life insurance coverage
- Retirement plan largely paid by New Mexico Tech for the employee and dependents.
