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Introduction Do you bring proven postal experience, including operating and troubleshooting mail equipment? Apply today! THE POSITION: TheState of Connecticut,Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)is now hiring aMail Handlerposition! In this role, you will manage the end-to-end receipt, processing, and distribution of mail and package deliveries. Read below to learn more! HIGHLIGHTS: SCHEDULE:Full-Time (37.5 Hour), First Shift (7:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.), Tuesday - Saturday ADDRESS:Rocky Hill, CT POSITION NUMBER: 89132 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Visit ournewState Employee Benefits Overviewpage; Professional growth and development opportunities; A healthywork/life balanceto all employees! DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO: Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals; Provide essential operational support that ensures critical communications flow efficiently Facilitate vital connections for our clients, enabling their access to services and success Make a difference in the public sector; and Work together in a collaborative team environment. MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND FACILITIES: For over 140 years, the Department of Veterans Affairs has been caring for its Veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in 'serving those who have served.' This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services. The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA: Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community; Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for Veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance. START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out ourApplicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit ourApplicant Reference Libraryfor additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: 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. 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. Resume Policy:PerPublic 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. 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. 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 emailingDAS.SHRM@ct.gov. 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. Note: Theonly wayto apply to this posting is via the Apply or Apply Online buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions:This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaires 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). Prepare For An Interview:Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpfulInterview Preparation Guideto make the best impression! 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. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. 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 atwww.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WERE HERE TO HELP: Due 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 Nicole Frascatore viaNicole.Frascatore@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! 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. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Sorts, distributes, and routes incoming and interoffice mail; Operates automatic postage application equipment, mail inserters, and weight scales; Weighs and stamps postaged, franked, or metered mail; Drives state vehicles in the delivery of United States and interagency mail; Picks up and delivers mail at United States Post Offices; Signs for insured, certified, registered, and special delivery mail; Updates and maintains records; Schedules vehicle maintenance; Provides postal service assistance to customers; May maintain daily cash records; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates, and classes of mail; Skills oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; Ability to follow oral and written instructions; perform basic arithmetic computations; utilize computer software; operate computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment; Mechanical ability. 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 Experience functioning independently in a fast-paced office environment. Experience with United States Postal Service (USPS) rules and regulations. Experience providing customer service. Experience using oral and written communication to manage workflow and fulfill departmental requests. Experience operating computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment. Experience troubleshooting mail processing equipment. Experience using computer software in conjunction with USPS electronic files. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 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. A physical examination may be required. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weight. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Introduction Do you bring proven postal experience, including operating and troubleshooting mail equipment? Apply today! THE POSITION: TheState of Connecticut,Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)is now hiring aMail Handlerposition! In this role, you will manage the end-to-end receipt, processing, and distribution of mail and package deliveries. Read below to learn more! HIGHLIGHTS: SCHEDULE:Full-Time (37.5 Hour), First Shift (7:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.), Tuesday - Saturday ADDRESS:Rocky Hill, CT POSITION NUMBER: 89132 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Visit ournewState Employee Benefits Overviewpage; Professional growth and development opportunities; A healthywork/life balanceto all employees! DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO: Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals; Provide essential operational support that ensures critical communications flow efficiently Facilitate vital connections for our clients, enabling their access to services and success Make a difference in the public sector; and Work together in a collaborative team environment. MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND FACILITIES: For over 140 years, the Department of Veterans Affairs has been caring for its Veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in 'serving those who have served.' This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services. The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA: Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community; Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for Veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance. START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out ourApplicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit ourApplicant Reference Libraryfor additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: 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. 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. Resume Policy:PerPublic 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. 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. 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 emailingDAS.SHRM@ct.gov. 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. Note: Theonly wayto apply to this posting is via the Apply or Apply Online buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: Referral Questions:This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaires 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). Prepare For An Interview:Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpfulInterview Preparation Guideto make the best impression! 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. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. 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 atwww.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WERE HERE TO HELP: Due 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 Nicole Frascatore viaNicole.Frascatore@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! 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. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Sorts, distributes, and routes incoming and interoffice mail; Operates automatic postage application equipment, mail inserters, and weight scales; Weighs and stamps postaged, franked, or metered mail; Drives state vehicles in the delivery of United States and interagency mail; Picks up and delivers mail at United States Post Offices; Signs for insured, certified, registered, and special delivery mail; Updates and maintains records; Schedules vehicle maintenance; Provides postal service assistance to customers; May maintain daily cash records; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates, and classes of mail; Skills oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; Ability to follow oral and written instructions; perform basic arithmetic computations; utilize computer software; operate computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment; Mechanical ability. 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 Experience functioning independently in a fast-paced office environment. Experience with United States Postal Service (USPS) rules and regulations. Experience providing customer service. Experience using oral and written communication to manage workflow and fulfill departmental requests. Experience operating computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment. Experience troubleshooting mail processing equipment. Experience using computer software in conjunction with USPS electronic files. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 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. A physical examination may be required. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weight. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr