Mail Services Assistant CL

If you enjoy hands‑on work, take pride in reliable service, and have experience in mail or delivery operations, we invite you to apply for our Mail Services Assistant
CL2 role.

At the University of Southern Maine (USM), this position plays an important part in keeping our campus running smoothly. You will join a small, collaborative team that supports students, faculty, and staff every day by ensuring timely and accurate mail and package delivery.

• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages across campus
• Process outgoing shipments
• Operate mail processing equipment safely and efficiently
• Provide friendly, responsive customer service to campus partners
• Support daily mail operations and troubleshoot delivery issues as needed

This position will pay $17.41/hour and offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and holiday pay, health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short- and long‑term disability insurance, a tuition waiver program for employees and tuition discounts for their spouse or dependent child(ren), a 403(b)-retirement plan and more.

The primary work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with possible evenings and weekends based on the needs of the University.

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands‑on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student‑centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.

USM is committed to providing expanded access to high‑quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University.

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Two years mail, equipment, or administrative experience.
• Valid State of Maine driver’s license that meets requirements to operate University vehicles and equipment.
• Customer service skills and experience.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Resume
• Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.

We will begin reviewing applications immediately. Position will remain open until filled.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and…