Bobby Dodd Institute
Mail Clerk
Bobby Dodd Institute, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
Responsible for all phases of mail production, distribution and administrative duties. within the instructed guidelines & timeframes of the mailroom operations This includes sorting, researching. Requires attention to detail, excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and strong organizational skills.
This position is on a federal Abilityone contract that requires that most of the work hours are performed by employees with disabilities. Due to program requirements, this particular position must be filled by a person with a disability
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Records all incoming USPS accountable packages on the proper log
- Sort incoming mail by routing symbol, checks the physical condition, quality, address, name and routing symbol before signing for any shipment. Makes sure that any physical damage is noted on the accompanying
- Look up names on mail with no routing symbol. Write the routing symbol on the front along with clerk's initials & sort into proper tray.
- Identify suspicious mail according to FAA established procedures. Isolate suspicious mail in assigned container.
- Receive, sort and distribute outgoing as well as incoming mail and packages according to postal regulations and requirements
- Prepare bulk mail for return to post office.
- Weighs, stamp and makes arrangements for outgoing mail and packages and operates postage metering machine
- Re-address undeliverable mail bearing incomplete or incorrect addresses
- Maintains records and logs of receipt, mailing dates, and other required information
- Must meet established standards of quality & productivity with/without supervision
- Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
This may not constitute an entire list of duties
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
HS/GED
Preferred knowledge of U.S. Postal regulations in the process of dealing with incoming, outgoing, certified, registered & express mail.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
HS/GED
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to pass a Federal background check
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software
Must have basic typing skills
Ability to understand and follow written guidelinesand oral instructions
Able to perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
MS Office, mailroom computer software, fax, office equipment and postage metering machines
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to travel as needed
Must be able to lift, push, pull, carry, and move items up to 35 pounds at times
Must be able to stand, reach and walk for long periods of time
TRAVEL
Yes
Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug-Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BDI is a Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Federal Contractor.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)