Lead Mail Handler (37.5 Hour)

At the State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) we are committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in an ever-changing environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them. We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.

DOL’s Facilities unit is recruiting for a Lead Mail Handler in the mail room located in Wethersfield. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of mail actives, provide staff training and assistance. You will act as liaison with operating units along with outside organizations regarding mail processing. In this role you would maintain equipment readiness.

This is onsite work 37.5 hours Monday-Friday between core operating hours of 7:00am to 5:00pm. This position is classified as “essential” for reporting purposes. The incumbent in this role must possess a CT Drivers License and be able to lift moderate to heavy loads.

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

*For employees in the classified service, permanent status is obtained after successful completion of a working test period. For employees in the unclassified service, permanent status is obtained after serving in a position for at least six months (full-time or full-time equivalent).

The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

State employees currently holding the above title or those who have previously attained permanent status in this class may apply for a lateral transfer.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meets the preferred qualifications, so please ensure that your application is complete and details your experience as outlined in this job posting. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system. Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.

At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation, which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, attendance reports, supervisory references, college transcripts, licenses, etc. at the discretion of the hiring agency. You do not have to submit these documents with your application.

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.

Due to the large volume of applications received, the DOL is unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.

The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

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

In a state agency mail service operation this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor with responsibility for a minimum of two other employees while performing unit work activities; may act as the assistant to a Mail Services Supervisor; may supervise mail operations in a small agency.

Plans mail service unit workflow and determines priorities; schedules, assigns, oversees, and reviews work; establishes and maintains mail service unit procedures; provides staff training and assistance; conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations; acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; operates and adjusts postage metering machines; performs minor repairs; sets up equipment; participates in the operation of the mail service including pick-up and delivery of mail; signs for registered or certified mail; maintains and orders supplies; may make recommendations on policies or standards; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates and classes of mail; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to coordinate mail service operations; ability to recognize equipment problems and prescribe repairs; ability to perform basic arithmetic computations; mechanical ability; ability to utilize computer software; some supervisory ability.

Three (3) years of experience in a mail service or postal operation involving the operation and maintenance of mail service equipment.

• Experience in supervising and staff training.
• Experience of US Postal Service regulations, rates and classes of mail.
• Experience operating equipment such as mail inserters and mail meter.
• Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.

Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

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 may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights.

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.