Mail Clerk I - Finance and Business

Under the direct supervision of the Work Leader and the Supervisor, responsibilities include, but are not specifically limited to the following: sorts all inbound USPS, inter-campus mail and packages as required; prepares mail packages for campus-wide distribution; maintains a safe and secure working environment; loading and unloading mail from USPS, UPS, FedEx and Amazon weighing 50 lbs. without assistance; utilizes software to track packages and mail; prepares and meters all outbound mail packages; completes work order and other paperwork and adheres to procedures and regulations; performs any data entry functions necessary to track or charge back services; prepares related work as required by Work Leader or Supervisor, i.e., prepares bulk mailings, prepares inter-campus mailings, meter mail, scan packages and mail out to students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides customer satisfaction to staff and students.

Maintains all supplies and equipment in working order. Maintain order and cleanliness of work areas.

Maintains all records and prepare manifests for tracking of all incoming accountable packages and mail.

Maintain all records for tracking usage of postage. Maintain records pertaining to postage on meters. Maintain meter bases and report all malfunctions to Mail Clerk III and /or management.

Completes other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Relevant experience involving mail service and delivery.

Good physical condition with the ability to lift at least 50 lbs. without assistance.

Knowledge of domestic and international rates, post office procedures and procedures for certified and registered mail is preferred.

Ability to work flexible hours; ability to work well with others, as well as independently; strong integrity and dependability and a willingness to follow instructions and handle related work as required.

Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus community. We particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups and support dual-career couples through our charter membership in this region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).

We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and its Spiritan heritage by visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement. Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and furthering its mission.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.