Mail Carrier #781

Mail Carrier #781

Target Hiring Range: $60,000

Department: Support Operations

Posting Date Range: 8/13/2026-8/27/2026

Pay Grade Range: $60000-$105000

Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Location Status: Onsite

The Senate Sergeant at Arms does not pay for relocation expenses.

This vacancy announcement closes at 11:59pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

The Target Salary for this position is:$60,000

Mail Carrier responsibilities include sorting and organizing mail, preparing delivery routes, transporting and delivering mail and packages to designated locations, maintaining accurate tracking records, operating mail processing and tracking systems, and ensuring proper handling of sensitive or time‑critical materials. The Mail Carrier must verify delivery information, obtain signatures when required, update package status, and promptly report delivery issues or discrepancies.

• Sorts incoming mail by Senator, Senate Committee, Senate official, or other designated Senate support organization; gathers and wraps sorted mail into individual bundles for delivery; delivers Congressional Records, House, Senate, and Executive Calendars during sessions.
• Sorts bulk local and commercial carrier packages; prepares packages for distribution.
• Sorts Congressional Acceptance Site mail and packages; prepares mail and packages for distribution.
• Collects mail, cartons, and postal equipment from offices and retail locations; transports mail to the Senate Post Office mail room; processes mail for outside or inside delivery; processes franked mail.
• Records volumes of outgoing mail by category; digitally records signatures for accountable mail and packages; maintains a daily log of receipt of mail and packages.
• Submits completed time and attendance in an accurate and timely manner; is fully prepared to perform duties at the beginning of the shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

High School/GED.

• Ability to use a computer and understand andfollow oral and written instructions.

• Some experience working in a mail facility is preferred.

• Ability to communicate with supervisors, coworkers, Senate offices, and the public when answering questions and fulfilling service requests.
• Requires physical strength and agility to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of Microsoft products.
• Ability to learn and navigate handheld accountability devices.
• As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.

• Prior experience in mail delivery, courier services, logistics, customer service, or a related field.
• Knowledge of mail handling procedures, package processing, delivery standards, and security requirements.
• Ability to accurately sort, organize, and distribute mail and packages in a timely manner.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and tracking information.
• Ability to operate mail processing, tracking, and computer-based systems.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills when interacting with customers, coworkers, and stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet established deadlines.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and the ability to follow established procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support daily operational needs.

• Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S. Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during a lapse in appropriations, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.
• This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during a lapse in appropriations, in inclement weather,…