Postal Clerk

University of Southern Mississippi, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Hattiesburg, MISSISSIPPI
Job Type: FullTime

Postal Clerk

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


Position Details
Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division Post Office
Position Type Staff
Employment Status Full Time
Grant Funded No
Salary Range 11.50 - 13.60
Pay Grade

N01

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants
 We are looking for someone who is a team player and fast learner.
 
Job Summary
 This position works in the USPS contract station area using a POS to sale stamps, money orders, and hand out packages. Place campus mail in departmental and student boxes through out the day. Responsible for  all duties of the contract window including scanning packages, making daily deposits and other task assigned.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

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


    About The University of Southern Mississippi
    Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. 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 nation's 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. For more information, visit     www.usm.edu . 

    As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.