STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Messenger And Supply Clerk

Recruitment #190103-5666CL-001

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction is recruiting for a Messenger and Supply Clerk within the Fiscal Services Unit located at Wethersfield, CT.  In this position, duties include delivery of packages and running errands within and outside the Department such as Post Office and central supply warehouse; may make bank deposits and obtain deposit slips; may perform basic clerical duties and related duties as required.  Please know that a Collect Background and Drug test will be performed before hiring the selected candidate and will be expected to have a valid driver's license.

Selection Plan

Candidates selected for interview must provide the following at the time of interview: 

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency.  Please ensure that your application is complete.  You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut.  Candidates who submit an untimely, incomplete or inaccurate application will not be considered for this employment opportunity.  

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Erica McGuinness at Erica.McGuinness@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for running errands, sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing mail and obtaining, distributing, and delivering supplies and packages.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Opens, time stamps, sorts, and distributes mail, forms, and other material; assists in an office supplies storeroom; prepares requisitions for office supplies; delivers packages and runs errands within and outside the Department such as Post Office and central supplies warehouse; may make bank deposits and obtain deposit slips; may operate an address labeler, copy machine, and other office equipment; may assist in making minor emergency repairs to office equipment; may perform basic clerical duties; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Basic interpersonal skills; ability to operate folding, sealing, addressing, stamping, and other related office machines; ability to follow written and oral instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training which would be expected to provide the knowledge, skill, and abilities outlined above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to a candidate who has experience in handling and counting of cash. Incumbents in this class are required to travel. Typically, driving a vehicle for approximately two (2) hours or more a day, five days a week throughout the State. They would also be required to enter various Correctional facilities as part of their daily travel.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

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.