Postmaster - Premises provided by Postmaster (Group Office)

Canada Post / Postes Canada; North Kawartha; On-site; CAD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Postmaster to serve as a community leader, promoting postal services and managing operations. This full-time role requires strong customer service skills and the ability to supervise staff. The Postmaster will ensure efficient operation of the post office while maintaining high standards of service and community engagement.

Benefits

Leasing allowance for operating costs

Annual allowance for premises costs

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, retail, or similar environment.
• Knowledge of postal regulations and mail processing.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell postal products and services.
• Supervise staff and manage postal revenue.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Cash handling

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Requisition Id:

190694

Business Function:

Retail

Primary City:

Woodview

Province:

Ontario

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Employment Status:

Permanent

Language Requirement:

English Essential

Employee Class and Level:

RVSGA20 - Level 2

Working Hours:

21 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 08:00-12:00, Thursday: 08:00-13:00)

Salary:

$19.85 per hour

Job Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD):

2025/05/30

Job Description

Take on the responsibility of a community leader with Canada Post. The Postmaster, reporting to the Superintendent/Local Area Manager, is responsible for promoting and selling postal products and services to the public and businesses in the community. As Postmaster, you will be the face of the Post Office in your community service area, supervising staff and ensuring that Canada Post demonstrates an energetic customer focus and commitment to the community in an environment of multiple priorities.

Job Responsibilities

• Liaise with the local community regarding Canada Post services and products
• Sell and promote postal products and services to the public and businesses
• Provide suitable premises in a central location within the community within 30 days if selected
• Administer the post office to meet retail hours and delivery expectations
• Manage postal revenue, assets, and values
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Assist with effective management of mail delivery routes

Additional Responsibilities

• Sort mail to postal boxes if required
• Supervise staff if needed
• Keep the post office neat, presentable, and maintain cleanliness according to Canada Post standards
• Operate the post office efficiently and diligently

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, with experience in business administration preferred
• Premises must be owned or leased, suitable, central, and barrier-free, available one month prior to hire
• Experience in customer service, retail, or similar environment, including sales and cash handling
• Knowledge of postal regulations, procedures, and mail processing
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling boxes, sorting mail, and standing for extended periods

Premises Requirements

• Premises must be accessible to persons with disabilities and approved at least one month before hire
• Postmasters are responsible for rent, utilities, maintenance, snow removal, taxes, and insurance
• Appointments are subject to Canada Post Act conditions
• Service hours are determined by Canada Post and may change

Additional Information

• Priority transfer consideration for CPAA members, especially in the posted Area of Competition
• Employees with continuous employment in CPAA may apply per the Collective Agreement

Compensation and Allowances

• Total hours: 21 per week
• Leasing allowance: $1,708/year for operating costs
• Additional annual allowance may be available for premises costs

Values and Behaviors

Our values—Trust, Respect, and Deliver—are our fundamental promise. Our behaviors—Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride—guide our actions. We are committed to living these values daily. For more details, visit the Canada Post website.