MAIL PROCESSOR

Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big-city hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming.  Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed charm with top-flight arts and cultural attractions, professional sports, lakefront festivals, recreational opportunities and great restaurants.

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The Mail Processor sorts, distributes, and deliver various types of incoming and outgoing mail in the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) mailroom and throughout the other departmental offices.

Courier

• Deliver and pick up mail at departmental facilities, post offices, and other designated sights.

Mail Processing

• Sort incoming mail into receptacles for distribution to various departmental offices and employees
• Sort incoming and outgoing interoffice and interdepartmental mail.
• Categorize, sort, post, and label outgoing parcels and mail shipped via different deliver or messenger services

Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate records, files, and account records.
• Keep up to date on any changes in requirements and procedures imposed by the United States Postal Service (USPS).

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend and stoop to conduct work.
• Willingness to work and travel throughout the City of Milwaukee. 

NOTE: Candidates must pass a Milwaukee Police Department background investigation before hire.

1. At least 18 years of age at time of application close.
2. Valid driver’s license at the time of application, throughout the selection process, and throughout employment.
3. Good driving record at time of application, throughout the selection process, and throughout employment. Driving record will be checked during the selection process, prior to the job offer, and throughout employment.

Technical

• Ability to precisely sort mail alphabetically and numerically.
• Ability to read and interpret work related document and policies.
• Ability to follow GPS directions and recognize city streets, names, locations, and boundaries.
• Ability to solve job-related problems independently.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficiency using the basic features of word processing, spreadsheet, and email software to type letters, memos, and messages and to enter and edit data accurately.

Safety, Judgment, and Professionalism

• Ability to drive a vehicle safely.
• Situational awareness and the ability to monitor traffic to ensure safe conditions while working.
• Ability to pay special attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and diligently
• Honesty, integrity, and the ability to safeguard department materials and equipment.

Communication, Customer Service, and Interpersonal

• Ability to represent the City of Milwaukee positively and to interact with the public in a courteous, tactful, and concerned manner.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.
• Ability to communicate ideas verbally in an effective manner so others can understand.
• Ability to listen and understand information and ideas through spoken words.
• Ability to communicate ideas and information in writing so others will understand.

Mail Processor

• The current salary is (pay range 6FN) is $33,109 annually and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $34,103 annually.

BENEFITS

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass  

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit  https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test; a structured interview; or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobaps.com/MIL.  

• Applications and transcripts should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.  

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.