Student Mail Clerk

Department

Central Receiving

Rate of Pay

$8.00 hourly

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Estimated Number of Hours Per Week

10-12

Employment Status

Part Time Temporary

Student Appointment Type

Work-Study

General Description

Sort, deliver, and box mail and packages.

Essential Job Duties

1. Retrieve and deliver mail from and to the city post office.
2. Sort and prepare mail to put in PO Boxes.
3. Run campus mail route to select University offices; retrieving out-going and delivering in-coming mail.
4. Weigh and apply appropriate postage to out-going mail, daily.
5. Perform light cleaning and organizing duties in Post Office and mail delivery vehicle.
6. Sell stamps and be able to make change.
7. Make sure appropriate amount of stamps is applied to outgoing mail.
8. Distribute Post Office box combinations to new and returning students.
9. Help customers with mailboxes and mailing questions.
10. Sign for packages.
11. Distribute packages to correct recipients.
12. Reconcile stamp/cash drawer.
13. Perform light filing alphabetically and numerically.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

1. A drivers license with a good driving record is a plus.
2. Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
3. Ability to briefly tolerate outdoor weather (i.e. rain, cold, heat, etc.).
4. Good customer service skills.
5. Ability to learn to operate postage meter.
6. Ability to work independently and stay on task and schedule.
7. Knowledge of basic postage procedures preferred.
8. Knowledge of University Departments and their locations preferred.
9. Ability to read and sort mail packages by department and box number.
10. Ability to follow Post Office procedures and make rational decisions.

Preferred Major

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

Valid drivers license. Meet the successful completion of a MVR check.

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

08/20/2025

Open Date

08/13/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement

UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution