Mail Handler (37.5 Hour)

Introduction

\r\n\r\nThe Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE)�is accepting applications for the position of Mail Handler, in�Hartford, CT.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWe Can Offer You\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities.\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Position Details:\r\n \r\n \r\n Full-time, (37.5 hours)\r\n First Shift, (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)\r\n Monday-Friday\r\n Office/On-site\r\n Location: Hartford, CT\r\n \r\n \r\n Position Responsibilities\r\n CSDE is seeking an individual that can both assist and work independently as needed in matters related to mail handling, duplication, and records retrieval from records storage.\r\n Job functions will include:\r\n \r\n \r\n Supporting the Operations Unit as assigned\r\n Supporting the State Board of Education’s monthly board meetings\r\n Assisting staff in setting up for various events\r\n \r\n \r\n Our ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, experience in mail handling, sorting, distributing, and routing incoming and interoffice mail, and utilizing computer software including Microsoft Office Excel and Outlook.\r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\n\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.��\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. �\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.�\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n\r\n\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).���\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.\r\n\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the receipt, processing, and distribution of mail.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n Sorts, distributes, and routes incoming and interoffice mail;�\r\n Operates automatic postage application equipment, mail inserters, and weight scales;�\r\n Weighs and stamps postaged, franked, or metered mail;�\r\n Drives state vehicles in the delivery of United States and interagency mail;�\r\n Picks up and delivers mail at United States Post Offices;�\r\n Signs for insured, certified, registered, and special delivery mail;�\r\n Updates and maintains records;�\r\n Schedules vehicle maintenance;�\r\n Provides postal service assistance to customers;�\r\n May maintain daily cash records;�\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates, and classes of mail;�\r\n Skills\r\n \r\n oral and written communication skills;�\r\n interpersonal skills;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Ability to\r\n \r\n follow oral and written instructions;�\r\n perform basic arithmetic computations;�\r\n utilize computer software;�\r\n operate computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Mechanical ability.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of experience in a mail service or postal operation involving the operation and maintenance of mail service equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n Experience in mail service coordination\r\n Experience providing customer service to internal and external stakeholders\r\n Experience working with United States Postal Service, FederalExpress, or United Parcel Service requirements\r\n Experience functioning independently in a fast-paced office environment\r\n Experience operating computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment\r\n\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.\r\n A physical examination may be required.\r\n\r\n

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weight.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.� As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.\r\n