Job Overview We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Contract Distribution Assistant to join our Circulation team. In this role, you will work alongside a District Manager providing superior delivery service to subscribers and nonsubscribers that are scheduled to receive products handled by the Hearst Community Media Group.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Recruit qualified individuals as independent home delivery and/or single copy contractors. 2. Responsible for delivery for a defined group of carriers (subject to change). 3. Assume delivery responsibilities for open routes. 4. Contact customers with service-related problems; resolve in a timely and permanent manner. 5. Ensure compliance with independent contractor agreement; recommend corrective action for violations. 6. Regularly communicate progress and problems to supervisor. 7. Prepare requested reports in a timely and accurate manner. 8. Ensure that the distribution center is maintained in a safe, secure, and clean manner. 9. Other essential duties and tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Experience, Skills, Licenses, Certification, and Education Required:

1. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 2. Basic Computer Skills 3. Ability to work a flexible schedule 4. Reliable transportation, valid Texasdriver's license, and proof of auto liability insurance. 6. High School Diploma or GED required.

WORKING RELATIONSHIP

(S): Reports to:

General Manager/Regional Circulation Director Supervises:

Independent Contractors

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of and must be met by a contractor to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical requirements of this job are: 1. Standing 2. Walking 3. Sitting 4. Lifting (up to 30 lbs.) 5. Pushing (up to 30 lbs.) 6. Pulling (up to 30 lbs.) 7. Climbing stairs 8. Repetitive finger movements 9. Repetitive twisting or pressure involving wrists or hands 10. Speak and read English clearly (other languages a plus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an independent contractor encounters while performing the essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The working conditions of this job are: 1. Indoors 2. Outdoors (in automobile) 3. Working Alone A job description is written to describe work currently organized and performed by a fully qualified person. This person possesses knowledge, skill and has the physical abilities to meet the requirements of the position. The Hearst Community Media Group Midland Reporter Telegram is responsible for publishing a newspaper five days a week. A normal work week may consist of five, six or seven days. Saturdays are considered normal workdays. The standard workday schedule of hours may vary depending on the workload. An assignment to an area or job does not constitute a permanent status of assignment. Changes in work assignments will be determined by supervisors, with approval of the Department Manager.

IMPORTANT

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this contractor. The contractor will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties upon request of the Department or Division Manager.

Pay:

Up to $600.00 per week

Work Location:

In person