Job Description

Position Title:

Mail Distributor - Postal and Parcel Services

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

\xe2\x80\xa2 Ability to read and write. \xe2\x80\xa2 Current driver\'s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with route delivery
Experience working in a mailing environment

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Postal and Parcel Services at Iowa State University is currently seeking candidates for a Mail Distributor position. Under general supervision, receives, sorts, delivers and collects mail on assigned route or on special assignment. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Collects and takes mail to local U.S. Post Office.

• Drives truck to deliver mail to assigned campus sites; collects and delivers outgoing mail at all assigned stops on route.

• Assists in sorting mail and parcel post in the Mail Room; lifts mail bags weighing up to 100 pounds.

• Signs and is responsible for delivery of incoming registered, certified and insured mail.

• Notifies appropriate persons of COD and postage due mail.

• Picks up, signs for and delivers sheets of stamps as required and receives payment for same.

• Conducts address search in cases of incomplete address.

• Deliver critical items to health research center to be examined and tested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of proper cargo loading and securing techniques.

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing operation of state vehicles.

• Knowledge of motor vehicle laws.

• Knowledge of institutional shipping and receiving procedures.

• Knowledge of postal regulations and reference sources.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and the public.

• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

• Ability to safely operate and insure proper maintenance of vehicles.

• Ability to perform routine arithmetic calculations.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

0005a

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on \xe2\x80\x9cApply\xe2\x80\x9d and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program