Mail Carrier I

Hiring Department

UMSL Postal Services

Job Description

• Perform manual work involving the sorting, delivering and collection of U.S. mail, campus mail and accountable mail to and from designated buildings and offices of the St. Louis campus at the University of Missouri in accordance with prescribed routes. Work is reviewed through evaluation of general effectiveness as reflected by complaints, speed and accuracy of sorting, route flexibility and attendance record.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately sort incoming mail and distribute to various departments.
• Collect and prepare outgoing mail and examine returned mail pieces.
• May deliver and obtain signed receipt for accountable mail (certified, registered, insured, Express and returned UPS parcels.) § Operate Pitney Bowes postage machine. § Operate mail vehicles and perform general preventive maintenance (e.g. fill fuel tanks, etc. as required). § Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

• Under direct supervision of designated supervisor, receives oral instructions as needed or where any deviation from routing procedure occurs. Functional supervision is occasionally received from a higher-level mail carrier.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Shift

8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
• At least 18 years of age.
• A valid Missouri driver’s license.
• Good physical health to withstand walking occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry a maximum of 70 pounds.
• Above average hand-to-eye coordination.
• Ability to deal with people in a courteous manner.
  

Preferred Qualifications

Mail facility work experience.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Pay commensurate with education and experience.
Hiring Range: $12.79 - $16.83 Hourly
Grade: GGS-C
University Title: Mail Carrier I

Application Materials

Application materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date.

Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Job site: http://umsl.jobs.

Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). For questions about the application process, please email employment@umsl.edu. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.