Mail Clerk

Department of Defense • Tacoma, WA

404d • $40,517 - $52,678

About The Position

This position is located in the Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, Washington. Tacoma is a diverse city nestled between Seattle and the state capital of Olympia. Tacoma is located on the shores of Commencement Bay, within pristine eyesight of Mount Rainier. World-class museums, hotels and theaters draw thousands to downtown Tacoma while the shores of the Puget Sound and Mount Rainier inspire outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy the mild climate.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance.
• This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is subject to annual vaccination.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in sorting and distributing internal documents.
• Education above the high school level in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school.

Responsibilities

• Receive mail from U.S. Post Service (USPS) delivery truck on a daily basis.
• Receive packages delivered through FEDEX, UPS or other private carriers.
• Date stamps all letter mail, flats and packages when received.
• Ensure mail is secured at all times.
• Determine proper routing of mail with incorrect or incomplete addresses or no address or addressee by other means.
• Sort by class and place bulk and other designated mail categories into bins for mail that cannot be forwarded.
• Maintain separate bins for magazines and newspapers.
• Assist customers and provide guidance on proper addressing and regulatory requirements.
• May handle biological specimens and other medical items during the process of re-routing.
• Close mailboxes, changes combination within specified time, re-labels mailbox and reissues, as appropriate.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: National Security and International Affairs
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees