Postal Courier Retail Clerk​/Passport Agent

Campus
Campus Columbia
Work County
College/Division
College/Division Division of Administration and Finance
Department
Department DAF Postal Services
State Pay Range
State Pay Range G04
USC Market Range
USC Market Range MRA - $33,280 $ 40,768 $ 48,256
Anticipated Hiring Range
Anticipated Hiring Range $33,280
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule

• Work week: 37.5 hrs Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm with one hour for lunch
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the operational needs of the department, to include working extended and overtime hours during peak season (ex. Student Move-In)

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Customer Retail Counters

Provide postage stamp sales and shipping services at Customer Retail Counters on the Columbia campus to University community and the public using a point of sale and USPS RSS mailing/shipping system.

U.S. Dept. of State - USC Passport Acceptance Agent

Perform passport application acceptance and photo services in accordance ith the U.S. Dept. of State policies and procedures. Requires ability to obtain and maintain ongoing training and annual Passport Agent recertification upon successful completion of initial training provided by the department.

Mail / Parcels

Unload and sort inbound mail/parcels for data entry in cmputerized tracking system for dispatch and delivery services to Student Package Pickup locations, parcel lockers and departments via delivery van and straight box truck. Process official University outbound mail and parcels using postage metering equipment and accounting software.

Fast-paced environment requires ability to multi-task to meet daily mail operational deadlines and endure extended periods of physical demands associated with mail and parcel sort/delivery/dispatch/processing, to include lifting up to, but not limited to 50 lbs.

As a postal representative, must maintain pleasant and effective communication and working relations with the University community and the public.

• Typically holds a high school diploma or GED . Requires 1 or more years of job related experience.

• Valid SC driver's license.
• Obtain and maintain required annual Passport Acceptance Agent recertification.

• Two (2) years’ work experience and knowledge in postal courier, postal delivery and mail processing/shipping operations.
• Knowledge of USPS guidelines and regulations and experience in postal related operations.