Campus Delivery Specialist

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike.

Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment

Type of Employment Regular Full-Time

Work Location

Work Location Murray, KY

Employment Term

Employment Term 12 Months

Position Type

Position Type Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Department

Department Procurement Services

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The proper care, maintenance and safe operation of equipment to load and unload mail and freight. The accurate delivery of mail and freight to the different departments and areas on campus and the correct processing of outgoing mail and freight. Assist departments with mail and freight questions and concerns.

• Safely and efficiently load and unload freight.
• Accurate and timely delivery of freight, mail and packages to campus locations.
• Pickup outbound shipments from departments, process and adhere the appropriate labels, and load shipment with the appropriate carrier.
• Schedule and pickup or deliver surplus items, as needed.
• Assist with Banner Receiving transactions for purchase orders and taggable items as needed.
• Ability to serve as back-up for bulk mailings and postage items as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

• One year of experience driving vehicles or equipment used in warehouse, mail delivery or similar environment required.
• Previous experience in a customer service environment.
• Alertness, initiative, attention to accuracy, memory for oral and written directions or details.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to calculate figures such as amount of proportional mail and volume.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements to operate a university vehicle.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Hourly Rate/Annual Salary

Staff Grade

Staff Grade 103

Work Hours

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching, heavy lifting and carrying.
• Regularly required to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

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