Mail Handler (Open to Agency Employees) (37.5 hours)

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current employee of the University of Connecticut, who has permanent state status, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 

UConn’s Logistic Administration Mail Services has an opening for a permanent, full-time, Mail Handler position.  The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm and offers a full benefits package including medical and dental insurance. This position requires possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license during employment in this class.  

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For full consideration, qualified applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and specify your qualifications on your application.  A list of three current professional references will be requested at time of interview.  

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the receipt, processing and distribution of mail.

Sorts, distributes and routes incoming and interoffice mail; operates automatic postage application equipment, mail inserters, and weight scales; weighs and stamps postaged, franked or metered mail; drives state vehicles in the delivery of United States and interagency mail; picks up and delivers mail at United States Post Offices; signs for insured, certified, registered and special delivery mail; updates and maintains records; may maintain daily cash records; schedules vehicle maintenance; provides postal service assistance to customers; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates and classes of mail; some oral and written communication skills; some interpersonal skills; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to perform basic arithmetic computations; ability to utilize computer software; ability to operate computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment; some mechanical ability.

One (1) year of experience in a mail service or postal operation involving the operation and maintenance of mail service equipment.

Ability to multi task; Ability to lift 70 lb. packages per USPS regulations; Knowledge of mail piece design; Knowledge of bulk mail postage regulations; Ability to trouble shoot mail processing equipment; Customer service skills; Ability to fill in costs on customer invoices.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
2. A physical examination may be required.

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weight.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.