Title:  Postal Specialist II

Overview

The Department of Buildings & General Services (BGS) is seeking a full-time Postal Specialist. This position will be cross-trained and will regular rotate through duties within the Postal center.

 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Handling of large quantities of incoming and outgoing mail and parcels while acting as the States agent to USPS and other outside vendors
• Provides security screening of incoming mail
• Operation of a box truck/cargo van to locations from Waterbury to Barre on daily delivery and pick-up routes
• Pick/up delivery of records boxes
• Operation of automated machinery to capture savings on outgoing letters
• Answers and/or communicates customer questions and concerns
• May educate customer on postal best practices, cost savings and postal regulations

 

This position will work from 7:30am to 4:30pm, with a scheduled hour lunch. Starting salary may be negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Who May Apply

This position, Postal Specialist II (Job Requisition #51315), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

• Postal Specialist I (Job Requisition #51584)
• Postal Specialist II (Job Requisition #51315)

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Sarah Grenier at sarah.grenier@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work involves carrying quantities of mail, which includes lifting and carrying heavy boxes, pushing loaded carts and postcons. Exposure to adverse weather conditions is present during pick-up and delivery.  Manual dexterity is required in the operation of automated postage meters and sorting mail.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent AND one (1) years or more experience in postal operations in government or private industry.

OR

High school diploma or equivalent AND one (1) years or more experience as a delivery driver.

OR

Satisfactory completion of the BGS postal operations training program.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.