Mail Handler

University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations, Storrs Campus  

Salary Range $43,571.00-$55,176.00 Yearly. Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan.

Link to Mail Handler Job Specification: https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5499TC&R1=&R3=

Introduction

UConn’s Facilities Operations Department has a job opening for one Mail Handler position.  This is a permanent, full-time position, Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 37.5 hours per week with an unpaid half an hour for lunch.  This position reports to the Mail Services Supervisor.  The hourly rate will be determined at the time of the job offer based on the employee’s current job classification and step and is non-negotiable. 

This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff.  Must be willing to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations.  Applicants must also be willing to work non-premium holidays. 

Selection Plan

This position is categorized as “Open Only to Current NP-2 Employees at UConn and Current NP-2 Employees at other State Agencies”.  Current, qualified UConn NP-2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process. 

Applicants must possess and retain a current motor vehicle operator license throughout employment with the University.

Applicants are required to indicate on their application (under the Licenses and Professional Certification section of the application) their CT Driver’s License number, including the date issued and expiration date.  If selected for an interview a copy of the driver’s license will be requested.  Instructions for submitting a copy of the driver's license will be provided during the interview process.

A pre-employment physical will be required that will include a functional capacity exam; the job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of the pre-employment physical.  The pre-employment physical will be a requirement for the UConn NP-2 candidate, or other State Agency NP-2 candidate, selected for the position. 

To Apply:

• To be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application.  Applications will be evaluated to ensure that the Knowledge, Skill, Ability, and Minimum Qualifications of the position have been met.  Please also be sure to demonstrate how you meet any of the Preferred Qualifications that you may have. 
• Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it.   You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted.
• Although it is not required, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional, work-related references along with their contact information.

Important Next Steps Information:

• At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be contacted via email and provided an opportunity to submit additional documentation that supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, certifications, licenses, etc., at the discretion of the hiring department. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
• If selected for an interview, you will be asked to supply the names, titles, and phone numbers of three, professional, work-related references.  In addition, current State of Connecticut employees at UConn or other State Agencies may be asked to provide copies of their last two (2) performance appraisals and CORE attendance records.  Employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, including drug testing, as well as a criminal background check. 
• Please regularly check your email provided on your application for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.

Examples of Duties at UConn

At UConn, Mail Handlers are required to lift mail bags and packages that range from 30 lbs. to 70 lbs. each and on average may carry/deliver 60 to 100 mail bags and packages each day.  This position requires employees to be on their feet for the majority of the 7.5-hour work day and also requires a significant amount of walking from the mail truck to the numerous buildings on campus; in most cases, employees are required to carry mail bags and packages between 50’ and 100’ from the location where the mail truck is parked to the building where the mail is being delivered to.  Campus mail routes are established, and mail is delivered each day regardless of the weather conditions.  This position may supervise student employees.

Other Examples of Duties

• Sorts, distributes, and routes incoming and interoffice mail; 
• Operates automatic postage application equipment, mail inserters, and weight scales; 
• Weighs and stamps postage, franked, or metered mail; 
• Drives state vehicles in the delivery of United States and interagency mail; 
• Picks up and delivers mail at United States Post Offices; 
• Signs for insured, certified, registered, and special delivery mail; 
• Updates and maintains records; 
• Schedules vehicle maintenance; 
• Provides postal service assistance to customers; 
• May maintain daily cash records; 
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates, and classes of mail; 
• Skills
• oral and written communication skills; 
• interpersonal skills; 
• Ability to
• follow oral and written instructions; 
• perform basic arithmetic computations; 
• utilize computer software; 
• operate computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment; 
• Mechanical ability.

Minimum Qualifications - General Experience

• One (1) year of experience in a mail service or postal operation involving the operation and maintenance of mail service equipment.

Special Requirements

1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
3. Applicants must have a current motor vehicle operator license.

Preferred Qualifications

1. QUALIFIED UCONN NP-2 EMPLOYEE:  Qualified UConn NP-2 employees have contractual rights to the position over NP-2 employees at other State Agencies and will be categorized as “interview”; qualified NP-2 employees from other State Agencies will be categorized as “qualified” and their status will only be updated to “interview” if the position is not successfully filled by a UConn NP-2 employee.
2. QUALIFIED NP-2 EMPLOYEE FROM ANOTHER STATE AGENCY:  Qualified UConn NP-2 employees have contractual rights to the position over NP-2 employees at other State Agencies and will be categorized as “interview”; qualified NP-2 employees from other State Agencies will be categorized as “qualified” and their status will only be updated to “interview” if the position is not successfully filled by a UConn NP-2 employee.

3. Ability to multi-task.
4. Ability to lift 70 lb. packages per USPS regulations.
5. Knowledge of mail piece design.
6. Knowledge of bulk mail postage regulations.
7. Ability to troubleshoot mail processing equipment.
8. Ability to fill in costs on customer invoices.
9. Strong customer service skills.
10. Strong oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
11. Supervisory ability.

Physical Requirements

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.
3. Incumbents in this class will be required to drive and operate motor vehicles, including, but not limited to vans, box trucks, and pick-up trucks ranging in size from compact, midsize, full-size, and heavy-duty, some of which are equipped with lift gates.
4. Incumbents must have adequate physical strength and agility to walk up and down stairs frequently and push material weighing up to 70 lbs.   

Working Conditions

• Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights.

Application Instructions

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs click on “Staff Openings”, and search #498711. Although it is not required, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional, work-related references along with their contact information.

This job posting is anticipated to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on November 25, 2024.

Conclusion

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp

Information concerning the University’s policies regarding the Cleary Act Statement, Non-Discrimination Policy, Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Recruiting Veterans can be found on UConn’s Job page at:  https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs/

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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