Postal Assistant: Haynesville Correctional Center #00349
Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond County, Virginia, VA
•$35,280 - $45,705•Onsite
About The Position
The Postal Assistant role at Haynesville Correctional Center is responsible for processing all mail, both internally and externally, for staff and inmates. This includes receiving and inspecting all incoming and outgoing inmate mail for contraband, and receiving and distributing departmental mail daily in compliance with federal, state, and departmental regulations. The position also involves developing, updating, and maintaining related documentation and reports, and assisting the Operations Department with maintaining ACA standards and required documentation.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of basic office practices and procedures.
- Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word and Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and apply written policies and procedures.
- Ability to organize and complete work assignments with minimal guidance from others.
- Ability to interpret, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
- Must be able to lift bags and bulk packages weighing up to 35 pounds, place and retrieve documents/packages from shelves approximately six feet high.
- Must be able to push a wheeled carrier with mailbags and packages not exceeding 50 pounds.
- Must also be able to stand, walk and sit for extended times and distances.
Nice To Haves
- Previous working experience keeping records.
- Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and apply written policies and procedures.
- Some knowledge of corrections.
- Skill in working with postal equipment and/or mail sorting systems.
Responsibilities
- Processes all mail, both internally and externally, for staff and inmates.
- Receives and inspects in all incoming and outgoing inmate mail for contraband.
- Receives and distributes departmental mail on a daily basis in compliance with applicable federal, state and departmental regulations and procedures.
- Develops, updates, and maintains all related documentation and reports.
- Assists Operations Department with maintaining ACA standards and required documentation.
Benefits
- Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
