Mailroom Clerk

Job Title

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Job Description

Pay: $13/hr.

Location: 10641 US-80, Meridian, MS 39307

Status: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 8AM-5PM

Benefit package includes:

• Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave
• Opportunities for job advancement

Impact lives with Management & Training Corporation (MTC)! At the East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Meridian, MS, our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life.

Position Summary:

Reports to the mailroom supervisor. Responsible for the coordination of mail services for the facility and performing postal duties in the mail room requiring familiarity with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.

Essential Functions:

1. Process all incoming and outgoing inmate correspondence, prepare forms and maintain records and files related to inmate correspondence.
2. Perform administrative duties necessary to ensure the processing of all offender correspondence in compliance with correspondence rules under Florida administrative codes pertaining to mail procedures.
3. Review incoming books intended for offender receipt; inspects general offender correspondence, publications and packages; and maintains all records and files pertinent to processing offender correspondence and mailroom activities.
4. Sort, open, inspect and scan inmate correspondence. Maintain related records. Deliver inmate mail.
5. Requires regular pushing and pulling of mail carts, carrying mail bins, and lifting and moving packages. Requires climbing stairs, long periods of walking or standing.
6. Act as authorized courier for receipt of registered, special delivery or other mails received for employees and/or inmates.
7. Sort departmental mail.
8. Provide information and responses to inquiries regarding routine mailroom procedures.
9. Maintain contact with US Postal Service personnel and private mail carriers (i.e., UPS, Federal Express, etc.).
10. Operate postal equipment and ascertain postage needed.
11. Prepare various forms related to the processing of inmate correspondence and mailroom functions.
12. Deliver outgoing mail each afternoon to the post office.
13. Ensure offenders do not handle other offender's correspondence.
14. Respond to offender questions, complaints and/or requests pertaining to their correspondence.
15. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
16. Maintain accountability of inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience in a correctional setting preferred. Valid driver's license in the state of Mississippi with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.