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Recruitment/Posting Title
Postal Clerk

Job Category
AFSCME 1761 (COLT)

Department
IPO-Mail Services-NB

Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.

Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking postal clerks for Mail Services. Under direct supervision, performs routine duties involved in collecting, sorting, distributing, and stamping U.S. mail, campus mail, parcels, and freight in a designated postal facility.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Picks up and delivers mail to various United States Post Offices.
  • Sorts U.S. mail, parcels, freight, and campus mail.
  • Delivers mail from truck to various assigned routes throughout the campus.
  • Occasionally makes early morning and late evening pickups as required; makes special delivery trips.
  • Detects faulty operation of equipment and performs minor repairs.
  • Sells postal stamps, replenishes stamp stock and related postal items such as post cards, envelopes, etc.
  • Resolves mail related problems.
  • May operate postage machines and assist in processing outbound mail.
  • Performs related duties as required.

Position Status
Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA
Nonexempt

Grade
10

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary
32194.290

Annual Mid Range Salary
37778.850

Annual Maximum Salary
43363.400

Standard Hours
35.00

Union Description
AFSCME - Local 1761 COLT

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.


Seniority Unit
Facilities Maintenance – New Brunswick

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Requires a high school/vocational school education or equivalent.


Certifications/Licenses
  • Valid driver’s license, two years driving experience, and successful completion of the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
  • Use of personal vehicle may be required for department business.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Must be able to lift and move up to 70 pounds.
  • Requires the ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively.
  • Must have effective client service skills.
  • May be required to stand for long periods.
  • May be required to work staggered hours.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions
  • Clean Driving Record
  • Number of Openings for this posting: 2
  • Shift hours/Schedule: 9:00am- 4:30pm (Monday- Friday)

Posting Details

Posting Number
23ST1532

Posting Open Date
06/01/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants
Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 06/09/2023. Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus
Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City
New Brunswick

State

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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