Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Receives, sorts, and processes, and delivers incoming mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Picks-up and prepares outgoing deliveries, returns, packages, and mail.
• Records incoming deliveries and mail. Tags incoming capital assets as required.
• Records outgoing deliveries and mail, including postage and shipping charges for monthly departmental charge backs.
• Completes special mailing projects for the university such as bulk mailings.
• Assists with locating items from warehouse storage.
• Assists with maintaining an accurate list of supply, surplus, or storage inventory
• Assists with research and communication related to missing or damaged deliveries and shipments.
• Performs routine maintenance and control of all equipment.
• Maintains work space and vehicles in a clean and orderly manner.
• Serves as essential personnel and provides assistance in the event of an emergency on campus.

Other Duties:

• Other job-related duties as assigned.
• Provides support to other areas within the Physical Plant as necessary which includes, but is not limited to recycling collection, campus cleanup, or inventory of surplus property.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires a high school diploma and three years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Full-time experience in mailroom or shipping and receiving operations.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in mailroom or shipping and receiving operations in a higher education setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of or ability to learn postal machinery and package tracking equipment.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to safely operate an electric pallet-jack.
• Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes an equitable environment.
• Ability to safely maneuver a service vehicle to load and offload deliveries in to and out of buildings.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty, staff, students, outside vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.
• Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines due to time sensitive mail.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures consistently.

Pay Grade: 13