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SalaryUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking a Postal Services Processor to join the Department of Post Office. Under general supervision, the selected candidate prepares incoming mail for distribution and processes outgoing mail. This includes distribution and collection of mail, determining and affixing postage, and maintaining records on postage, registered mail and packages.
BENEFITS (Non-Exempt Regular):
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension), effective on your date of hire. Non-exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that starts with 11 days of vacation accrued per year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and time for community service; comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Sorts incoming mail for distribution and dispatches outgoing mail; processes registered, certified, and insured items, bulk mailings, and United Parcel Service packages; stamps date and time of receipt on incoming mail.
- Collects and delivers mail to specified locations on campus for processing. Secures required signatures for accountable mail items such as registered mail and stamp orders.
- Sorts mail according to destination and type, such as returned letters, adjustments, bills, orders, and payments. Researches and addresses undeliverable mail.
Examines outgoing mail for appearance and seals envelopes. May fold letters or circulars and insert into envelopes. - Weighs mail to determine correct postage. Processes outgoing mail including registered, certified, insured items, bulk mailings and United Parcel Service packages.
- Makes entries to records regarding postage, parcels, billing and mail requiring special handling such as certified, insured and express mail.
Operates standard equipment including scales, metering devices, bundle machines, photocopiers, facsimile and bar code machines.
Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE: One year of related work experience.
OTHER: Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license. Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to sort and process mail; to lift and carry mail bags and boxes up to 70 lbs.; to communicate effectively; to understand and follow directions; operate standard office equipment and Postal Services machines; to perform extensive standing and walking.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Mail carriers may be required to be bonded to handle certain routes dealing with large sums of money.
Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).
Salary Range: $33,768 - $40,975
UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu.
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
