Mail Clerk | Iowa State University Job at Iowa State University, Ames, IA

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  • Iowa State University
  • Ames, IA

Job Description

Position Title:

Mail Clerk

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of clerical experience or post high school education that totals one year, or Equivalent training and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.

Special Required Qualifications

Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience using metering software and hardware.
Mail sorting and handling experience.
Experience working in a mailing environment.
Delivery experience.

Job Description:

The Postal and Parcel Services department at Iowa State University is actively recruiting candidates for a Mail Clerk. Under general supervision, the Mail Clerk is responsible for sorting, distributing, and dispatching mail and parcels.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Sorts mail into pigeon holes of mail racks or into bags, according to address, mailing center, organization, department or other schema and ties and labels mail for distribution to campus sites or U.S. Post Office facilities.

Weighs individual pieces or bags of mail on scales, computes postage based on weight and/or number of pieces and stamps mail by hand or with postage meter.

Maintains records for purposes of billing users of mail service.

Maintains records of incoming and outgoing Certified, Registered and Insured Mail.

Inserts letters, circulars, or pamphlets into envelopes by hand or machine.

Addresses and zip codes mail by hand or labeling machine.

Conducts address search in cases of incomplete address.

Maintains address records.

Completes meter machine reports recording such data as ascending and descending readings from the meter, data, order number and department to be charged.

Completes permit mail reports, third class bulk rare reports, second class monthly and annual reports as required.

Calculates charges for postage as required.

Responds to inquiries regarding postal charges and delivery options as needed.

May perform duties of Mail Distributor on an as-needed basis.

Logs final delivery for signature required mail or packages into either an electronic or paper-based database.

Prepares domestic and international parcel shipments through carriers software, either online or at a dedicated labeling station.

Assist in creation of export paperwork when required.

Orders departmental mailing supplies through internal systems or via carriers.

Processes mailing list removal requests to reduce unnecessary or redundant inbound mail flow.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of institutional shipping and receiving procedures.

Knowledge of postal regulations and reference sources.

Knowledge of parcel carrier regulations for domestic and international shipments.

Understanding of best practices for shipping and handling dangerous goods.

Skill in the operation of postal equipment such as scales and related machinery.

Skill in using personal computers and online systems to access and verify data.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to recognize errors and check with appropriate source for clarification of problems.

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

Ability to perform routine arithmetic computations.

Ability to collect data, keep accurate records, and prepare reports.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

06

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on Apply 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 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

Original Posting Date:

August 12, 2024

Posting Close Date:

August 25, 2024

Job Requisition Number:

R15271

About Iowa State University

Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.

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Job Tags

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