Mail Handler (37.5 Hour) (SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY)

Introduction Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), Connecticut State Colleges and Universities. We are currently recruiting for a full‑time Mail Handler located in New Haven, CT. Job Type and Shift Full‑Time, First‑Shift. Benefits Professional growth and development opportunities Health work/life balance for all employees Application Preference Preference may be given to current BOR/CSCU employees and/or current State of CT employees prior to filling the position with an external applicant. Responsibilities Sorts, distributes, and routes incoming and interoffice mail Operates automatic postage application equipment, mail inserters, and weight scales Weighs and stamps postaged, franked, or metered mail Drives state vehicles in the delivery of United States and interagency mail Picks up and delivers mail at United States Post Offices Signs for insured, certified, registered, and special delivery mail Updates and maintains records Schedules vehicle maintenance Provides postal service assistance to customers May maintain daily cash records Performs related duties as required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates, and classes of mail Oral and written communication skills Interpersonal skills Follow oral and written instructions Perform basic arithmetic computations Utilize computer software Operate computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment Mechanical ability Minimum Qualifications One (1) year of experience in a mail service or postal operation involving the operation and maintenance of mail service equipment. Special Requirements Incumbents may be required to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications. Physical Requirements Must have adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, visual and auditory acuity, and maintain physical fitness to perform duties. A physical examination may be required. Working Conditions May be required to lift moderate to heavy weight. Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the application of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr State-of-Connecticut---State-Colleges-&-Universities---Board-of-Regent