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County of Riverside

Temporary Mail Clerk

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A Postal Service or Mail Room Worker collects and sorts mail and packages, sells stamps and other mailing supplies, and delivers mail to residential and business customers.

$55,212 / year median in California

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assistant Program (TAP) seeks a Temporary Mail Clerk to support Riverside University Health System - Medical Center (RUHS-MC) in Riverside, California. Under general supervision, the incumbent will perform a variety of clerical and manual tasks in the receipt, processing, and delivery of mail and packages generated by County offices; do other work as required, and are responsible for independently carrying out mail room functions and procedures with minimal assistance. Incumbents may have frequent public contact which requires them to have excellent customer service skills.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:30AM to 4:00PM Meet the Team!
https:
//www.rc-hr.com/Find-A-Job/Job-Searching/Temporary-Medical-Assignment-Program About TAP The Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) recruits and hires temporary employees for all County departments. TAP assignments are a great way to learn about working for the County while working on a temporary, at-will basis.
TAP Benefits:
https://www.rc-hr.com/Find-A-Job/Job-Searching/Temporary-Medical-Assignment-Program/TAP-Benefits
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Sorts, weighs, and determines means of mail delivery for outgoing mail and packages; assigns required charges for and meters U.S. mail; throws, presorts, bundles, labels, and trays mail by zip code in order to prepare mail for U.S. mail pick-up or drop. Operates, maintains, and monitors postage metering machines in the metering of first and third class U.S. mail; completes postal forms for residual U.S. mail and delivers the form with the residual and presorted mail. Monitors the collection and delivery of packages by United Parcel Service and other private mail carriers and informs appropriate County departments of relevant deliveries. May assist in the mechanical adjustment of postal equipment; may be responsible for the pick-up and delivery of registered and certified mail for the County; may assist in training new staff members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
One year of experience in general clerical work.
Knowledge of:
The operation and maintenance of office equipment associated with postal work; rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to the U.S. Postal Service, United Parcel Service, and other private mail services.
Ability to:
Sort mail quickly and accurately by zip code and by County department; handle and account for mail, valuable property, and documents; lift, move, and carry heavy mail trays and packages; stand or walk for long periods of time; learn the County Messenger Service policies and procedures; perform basic arithmetic computations; keep simple records; establish and maintain cooperative relations with the public and employees; follow oral and written directions.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Veterans' Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.
See the policy here:
https://www.rivcocob.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/C-3-Veterans-Preference-Program.pdf (Download PDF reader) What's Next? Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. No late applications will be permitted.
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications must be submitted through NeoGov at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/riverside For questions about this recruitment, please contact Ahjah Davis at Ahdavis@rivco.org. ________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas. Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com. If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.