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Prince George's County Government
Senior Mail Services Operator
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What they do
A Courier or Messenger provides fast delivery of documents and packages to locations within a city, or provides customized long distance or international deliveries. Makes deliveries traveling by bicycle, van, truck, or plane.
$37,832 / year median in Maryland
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Come join our team! Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. The Prince George's County Office of Central Services is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Senior Mail Services Operator (Mail Services Operator III) grade G 14 position, in the General Services Division. About the Position Prince George's County Office of Central Services is seeking qualified applicants to fill a Mail Services Operator III, grade G-14, within its General Services Division. This is advanced senior and lead work in the daily performance of general mail, courier and mailroom activities, which includes the sorting and posting of mail, the operation and maintenance of mail processing equipment, and picking up and delivering mail on a scheduled and predetermined basis. The selected candidate will assist the Mail Services Supervisor in the general administration of the section and provide guidance and assistance to subordinate level positions. The employee may assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in their absence. Work performance is evaluated by the supervisor based upon the achievement of a timely courier and mail pick-up and delivery system. This is an essential position. About the Agency The Office of Central Services is a multifaceted agency of the Prince George's County Government providing government-wide, mission critical support services in the areas of facilities operations and management, building design & construction, real estate services, fleet management, and general services. We make government operations operate better for the government. Delivers and picks up mail daily to and from the United States Post Office. Assists in sorting postal and inter-office mail by department/agency. Operates and maintains County vehicles and mail processing equipment (e.g., postage scale, postage machine/meter, mailing machine) in accordance with established policies and procedures. Makes courier runs throughout County government locations to deliver, sort and pick up mail. Assists in maintaining appropriate log of metered postage by department/agency. Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in their absence. Operates computerized equipment in conjunction with assigned duties and responsibilities. Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class for work. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration: High School Diploma or G.E.D. One (1) year of mail services experience. Possession of a valid driver's license. An equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered. Preferred Qualifications Highly qualified candidates may also demonstrate the preferred qualifications listed below: Working knowledge of US Postal Service rate schedules. Experience operating computerized direct addressing and labeling equipment. Experience operating a six-pocket inserter. Experience operating a high-speed tabber. Knowledge of applicable Federal regulations for handling mail to lead unit operations. Ability to troubleshoot and repair machines. Strong customer service skills.