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State of South Carolina
Postal Courier / Passport Agent-Team Lead
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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.
$32,764 / year median in South Carolina
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Postal Courier /
Passport Agent-Team Lead Department:
DAF Postal Services Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time:
Full Time About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Inclusive Excellence Statement Advertised Job Summary The Postal C supports USC Postal Services by processing, tracking, sorting, and delivering mail and parcels for the University community, including approximately 9,000 on-campus student residents. Responsibilities include operating postal tracking and mailing systems, processing outgoing University mail, maintaining delivery routes and vehicle records, and managing student package operations. The role also serves as a U.S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Agent, providing passport application services and maintaining required certifications. The ideal candidate has strong customer service, attention to detail, and organizational skills, can work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and is able to perform physical duties including lifting and moving packages up to 50 pounds. Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions) Preferred Qualifications- Two (2) years work experience and knowledge in postal courier, postal delivery or mail processing/shipping operations.
- Be certified as an U.S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Agent.
- Knowledge of USPS guidelines / regulations and experience in postal related operations. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Above average computer skills, including ability to utilize USPS and UPS websites to determine postal rates, mailing requirements and ability to learn other software programs associated with USC Postal Service daily operations.
- Good reading, comprehension and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff and others.
- Attention to detail is crucial in all aspects of job duties.
- Ability to operate a delivery vehicle and straight box truck with lift gate in varying conditions for mail and parcel deliveries/collections.
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities Click https://nam02.
- Two (2) years work experience and knowledge in postal courier, postal delivery or mail processing/shipping operations.
- Be certified as an U.S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Agent.
- Knowledge of USPS guidelines / regulations and experience in postal related operations.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings