Postal Clerk I

Postal Clerk I

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Postal Clerk I.

Position Details

Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United States

Division: Post Office

Position Type: Staff

Employment Status: Full Time

Grant Funded: No

Salary Range: 11.50 - 11.75

Pay Grade: N01

Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Customer service skills and multitasking a must. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

This position works in the USPS Contract station area using a POS to sale stamps, money orders, and handing out packages. Place campus mail in departmental and student boxes throughout the day. Responsible for all duties of the contract window including scanning packages, making daily deposits and other tasks assigned.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Accepts and sorts mail.
2. Sell stamps, money orders for the contract window. Do a daily report and deposit for the United States Postal Service.
3. Charges out mail for departments and applies postage with a meter machine.
4. Rents and closes boxes for students each semester.
5. Training of student workers to help work the contract station or other areas of the post office.
6. Must be willing to follow all postal regulations when accepting mailing of packages.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School graduate or GED. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Microsoft office, Must be organized, self motivated, work with little supervision. Must have a drivers license and able to drive a company truck. Must have a cell phone to contact students by text or call about their packages.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with money and working with a point of sale system. Must be able to balance a money drawer each day. Experience with excel spreadsheets.

The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success since its founding in 1910. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nations leading research institutions. Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others. We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.