Delivery Worker - Temporary

Seattle Finance and Administrative Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Finance and Administrative Services seeks a temporary Delivery Worker for the Facility Operations Division. The role involves a route that may be walking or driving, delivering interoffice mail, US Mail, office supplies, and record boxes within the City of Seattle and King County.

The candidate must communicate clearly with staff, use handheld scanners, and maintain daily logs. This is a non-exempt position eligible for overtime.

Qualifications

• One year of delivery and/or courier, warehousing, or shipping & receiving experience (or equivalent background)
• Current and valid Washington State driver's license with a clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Pick-up and deliver interoffice mail, US Mail, office supplies, equipment, packages, and record boxes to designated City departments on pre-assigned routes.
• Receive and sort packages; code and prepare mail and packages for delivery.
• Deliver packages using handheld scanners to scan and sign for packages.
• Process outgoing US Mail and packages.
• Answer phone and email questions related to mail, deliveries, and pickups.

Skills

Clear communication

Mail processing

Handheld scanner

USPS mail standards

Metering outgoing mail

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

Position Description

The Finance and Administrative Services Department (FAS) is seeking a temporary Delivery Worker for the Facility Operations Division. This position will cover a route that could be a walking route or operate a vehicle on route to pick up and deliver interoffice, US Mail, office supplies, cases of copy paper and various record boxes to pre-assigned and special delivery locations within the City of Seattle and King County geographical area. The qualified candidate should be able to adhere to a strict time schedule along with strong customer service skills to communicate with personnel at each delivery point. Basic computer skills are required to use handheld scanners, maintain daily logs, other documents, and written customer communication.

About Us

FAS is often the public's first interaction with the City of Seattle, operating as a customer-focused front door that assists with everything from paying utilities or reporting a pothole to requesting public information or even adopting a new pet. The 500-plus employees of FAS span across 10 divisions and work behind-the-scenes providing critical functions, like managing 120 City facilities—including police and fire stations—overseeing the City's neighborhood customer service centers and Customer Service Bureau and making sure minority-owned businesses can equitably compete for City contracts. No matter the need, FAS is here—at your service.

Job Responsibilities

• Pick-up and deliver interoffice mail, US Mail, office supplies, equipment, packages, cases of copy paper and various record boxes to designated City departments on pre-assigned routes.
• Receive and sort packages, interoffice mail, code and prepare mail and packages for delivery.
• Deliver packages to departments and staff using handheld scanners to scan and sign for packages
• Process outgoing US Mail and packages.
• Answer telephone, email and respond to questions related to mail, deliveries, and pickups.
• Make special or non-scheduled urgent deliveries.
• Maintain vehicle mileage, and/or daily inspection logs.
• Use handheld scanners to log and document pickup/delivery information.
• Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• One year of delivery and/or courier, warehousing, or shipping & receiving experience (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class) AND
• Current and valid Washington State driver's license with a clean driving record

Desired Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with customers and others
• Knowledge of mail processing and use of mailing equipment
• Experience in using handheld scanner or electronic tracking devices
• Knowledge of United State Postal Service mail standards
• Experience in metering and processing outgoing US Mail by mail classes

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• This position requires full-time onsite work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk or bend for extended periods of time is required.
• Ability to safely operate City vehicles and drive in all-weather conditions
• Works indoors and in all outdoor weather environments

Additional Information

This position is classified as a Delivery Worker. It is Civil Service represented, FLSA non-exempt and is eligible for overtime. The full range for this step-progression position is $27.92 - $32.47 hourly.

Background Check

This position requires successfully passing a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check. Delivery Workers in this role may have access to secure City facilities, restricted operational areas, or information systems connected to public safety functions. CJIS clearance ensures that employees who work in or around these sensitive environments meet federal and local security standards. Candidates must complete fingerprinting and all required CJIS screening before hire.

Pre-Employment Physical:

Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment physical.

Why work at the City of Seattle

The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits.

Who May Apply:

The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy. The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. If you have questions regarding this bulletin or employment at Finance and Administrative Services, please send an email to [e-mail]. FAS promotes diversity and inclusion in employment. If accommodations are needed during the selection process, please contact us.