Job United States Postal Service External Mail Processing Clerk

Job United States Postal Service External Mail Processing Clerk

United States Postal Service External Publication for Job Posting 10130270 If this job requires qualification on an examination, the number of applicants who will be invited to take or retake the examination may be limited. Branch Connecticut Valley District Job Posting Period 09/01/2017 - 09/08/2017 This job has an exam requirement. Examining capacity has been reached for this posting. Applicants with an eligible exam score will be considered. Applicants without an exam score cannot be considered. If you apply without an exam score, you may be invited to take the exam later if job opportunities remain unfilled. Exam invitations are sent by email; watch your email and spam filters. Veterans are encouraged to apply and will receive preference in examining in accordance with Veteran Preference laws and regulations. Job Title PSE MAIL PROCESSING CLERK Facility Location BRADLEY AMF 10 SCHOEPHOESTER RD WINDSOR LOCKS, CT 06096-1023 CONTACT INFORMATION: JOSEPH.M.SPENCER@USPS.GOV Position Information Title: PSE MAIL PROCESSING CLERK FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt Occupation Code: 2395-0018 Non-Scheduled Days: Varies Hours: Varies Postal Support Employees (PSE) hold temporary appointments for periods not-to-exceed 360 days. Subsequent appointments after a 5 day break in service may be offered but are not guaranteed and should not be expected because the use of PSEs is discretionary and subject to business needs. PSEs can be scheduled any hours and the position is intended to be very flexible, including weekends and holidays as needed. PSEs must be available to work when needed. SALARY RANGE: $16.62 per hour paid bi-weekly FINANCE NUMBER: 80520 BENEFIT INFORMATION: This is a non-career position, which may lead to a career position depending on organizational needs. Limited benefits include paid time off at the rate of 1 hour for every 20 paid hours, and pay raises. After one year of service, PSEs may be eligible for health insurance under the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program with a Postal Service premium contribution for APWU CDHP, dental and vision insurance through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, and long term care insurance through the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program. Persons Eligible to Apply All U.S. Citizens, permanent resident aliens, citizens of American Samoa or any other territory owing allegiance to the United States. Applicants must be available for screening activities, including an interview. Applicants entitled to veterans’ preference and/or covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act may apply for any posted position. Applicants must apply online at www.usps.com/employment to be considered for this employment opportunity. You must have a valid email address to apply as communication regarding employment opportunities, examinations, interviews and background checks will be conveyed by email. Please add the following email domain addresses to your contact list to allow all correspondences to be received. @usps.gov @psionline.com @geninfo.com @uspis.gov EXAM REQUIRED: If you are invited to take this test, instructions regarding the exam process will be sent to you via email. Please ensure you can receive email messages from our test vendor and follow instructions carefully so you can be considered for this employment opportunity. NOTICE SCREENINGS REQUESTED: You may receive multiple requests for background checks in regards to this employment opportunity. Respond to all requests quickly as we anticipate filling our vacancies quickly and nonresponses may result in disqualification for this opportunity. Current non-career Postal Service employees who wish to apply for this vacancy must go to usps.com/employment and use your existing eCareer Profile to apply. Do not log into LiteBlue; if you logged into LiteBlue, log out and close your browser before going to usps.com/employment. Functional Purpose Performs a variety of clerk duties required to process mail using automated mail processing equipment or manual methods of sortation and distribution. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Makes one or more sortations of outgoing and/or incoming mail using the appropriate sort program or manual distribution scheme. 2. On a rotation basis, performs all of the following duties: loads mail onto automated equipment, culling out non-processable items; enters sort plan and starts equipment; monitors flow of mail to ensure continuous feed; sweeps separated mail from bins stackers; and stops equipment when distribution run or operation is completed. Runs machine reports, clears jams and contacts maintenance for assistance when required. 3. Prepares work area, ensuring all necessary support equipment and materials, including labels, trays, and other containers, are in place. 4. Removes sorted mail from bins or separations and places into appropriate trays or containers for further processing or dispatch based on knowledge of operating plans and dispatch schedules, or at the instruction of supervisors or expediters; may riffle or verify mail to ensure sortation accuracy as needed. 5. In addition, may perform any of the following duties: provide service at public window for non-financial transactions; maintain records of mails; examine balances in advance deposit accounts; and record and bill mail requiring special service. 6. Follows established safe work methods, procedures and safety precautions while performing all duties. 7. Performs other duties as assigned. PSE Mail Processing Clerks perform a variety of clerical duties in mail processing and retail/customer services to support day to day operations. Duties are physically demanding requiring moderate to heavy lifting, carrying, prolonged standing, walking and reaching. PSEs may be required to handle heavy sacks of mail/parcels, sort & distribute incoming/outgoing mail, and work at a service window selling postal products & services to customers. Applicants must be able to perform the duties of the position with or without accommodation. SUPERVISION Supervisor of unit to which assigned. The United States Postal Service has the following excellent and challenging employment opportunity for highly motivated and innovative individuals. Successful candidates must demonstrate through a combination of education, training, and experience the following requirements: Requirements 1. BARGAINING UNIT QUALIFICATION STANDARD 2315_PSE (2395-0018) PSE MAIL PROCESSING CLERK DOCUMENT DATE: April 18, 2016 FUNCTION: Performs a variety of clerk duties required to process mail using mail processing equipment or manual methods of sortation and distribution. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given above. REQUIREMENTS: There are no separately evaluated knowledge, skill, or ability requirements for this position. EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must successfully complete Postal Service Test 473, which includes the following measures of job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities: A. Address Checking B. Forms Completion C. Coding & Memory D. Personal Characteristics and Experience Inventory PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position, which require arduous exertion involving prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching, and may involve the handling of heavy containers of mail and parcels weighing up to 70 pounds ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS: Mail Processing Clerks must work their assigned tour and days of work often within an industrial plant environment. Mail Processing Clerks must follow Postal Service policies and procedures for personal conduct at work, including adhering to rules and regulations. Mail Processing Clerks at any time may be assigned to provide service to the public. They must maintain a neat and professional appearance and demeanor in such interactions, including wearing a uniform when required. Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service's requirement to be drug free. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Central Time, of the posting's closing date. Applicants claiming veterans' preference must attach a copy of member copy 4 (only) of Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214) or other proof of eligibility if claiming 10-point veterans' preference. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is an equal opportunity employer. The USPS provides reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interview, and/or selection process, please make your request to the examiner, selecting official or local manager of Human Resources. This request can also be made by someone on your behalf. Explain the nature of your limitations and the accommodation needed. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. SPECIAL NOTE: Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.

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