Career Center

Accountabilities:

• Performing duties of postal clerk for campus postal station.
• Operating postal meter in accordance with postal regulations.
• Serving as a cashier for campus post office station, dispensing stamps and accepting mail and packages for mail.
• Picking up and delivering registered, certified, insured, and campus mail on established route.
• Making deliveries and pick ups to and from U.S. Post Office.
• Using electronic tracking system for incoming packages and USPS accountable mail.
• Creating mailing lists for bulk mailings using software.
• May be required to work in document services as needed.
• Following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of chemicals as outlined by University policies and/or the supervisor.
• Immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety.

Professional Experience/Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to use email and learn basic mail sorting software.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service of postal products to the Colgate community.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to work collegially and effectively with a diverse group of constituents including students, faculty, staff, parents and alumni.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Other Information:

Physical Demands:

• Must have the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, climb stairs and work in inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime, as required.
• Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of chemicals as outlined by University policies and/or the supervisor. Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety.

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