Mail Clerk

Zenith American Solutions; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Zenith American Solutions is seeking a Mail Clerk to manage incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring accurate distribution within the office. You will process packages, manage overnight deliveries, and support other clerical tasks as needed.

Ideal candidates have a GED or high school diploma, basic office equipment skills, and the ability to multitask and work independently in a professional environment. This on-site role offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of general office experience with attention to detail.
• Ability to operate office equipment (PC, calculator, FAX, copier).
• Ability to file alphabetically and numerically.
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Opens daily incoming and inter-office mail; sorts and distributes mail to appropriate department or staff member.
• Processes outgoing mail and invoices; packages, documents, and sends to appropriate recipient.
• Prepares and processes overnight and special delivery letters and packages.
• Ensures sufficient mail supplies remain on hand; notifies supervisor when new supplies are needed.
• Provides back-up for other support services functions, based on location needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Mail Clerk is responsible for the processing and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail for assigned office or department in accordance with Company guidelines, client needs, and regulatory requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Opens daily incoming and inter-office mail; sorts and distributes mail to appropriate department or staff member.
• Processes outgoing mail and invoices; packages, documents, and sends to appropriate recipient.
• Prepares and processes overnight and special delivery letters and packages.
• Ensures sufficient mail supplies remain on hand; notifies supervisor when new supplies are needed.
• Provides back-up for other support services functions, based on location needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions/Physical Effort

• Normal degree of physical effort in typical office environment with comfortable, constant temperatures and absence of objectionable elements.
• May be required to lift a maximum of 60 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Six months of general office experience through which the individual has demonstrated good attention to detail and the ability to interact effectively with others.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as a PC or CRT, calculator, FAX, copier, etc.
• Ability to file alphabetically and numerically.
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize workload, multi-task, and complete projects within deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical understanding of basic office equipment.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Disability Accommodation

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable federal and state law, it is the policy of Zenith American Solutions to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Recruiting Department at [e-mail], and we would be happy to assist you.

Please note that in compliance with certain state law, we are displaying salary. This rate is intended for hires into this location.

Compensation: $19.00/hourly

Zenith American Solutions

Real People. Real Solutions. National Reach. Local Expertise.

We are currently looking for a dedicated, energetic employee with the necessary skills, initiative, and personality, along with the desire to get the most out of their working life, to help us be our best every day.

Zenith American Solutions is the largest independent Third Party Administrator in the United States and currently operates over 44 offices nationwide. The original entity of Zenith American has been in business since 1944. Our company was formed as the result of a merger between Zenith Administrators and American Benefit Plan Administrators in 2011. By combining resources, best practices and scale, the new organization is even stronger and better than before.

We believe the best way to realize our better systems for better service philosophy is to hire the best employees. We’re always looking for talented individuals who share our dedication to high-quality work, exceptional service and mutual respect. If you’re interested in working in an environment where people - employees and clients - really matter, consider bringing your talents to Zenith American!

We realize the importance a comprehensive benefits program to our employees and their families. As part of our total compensation package, we offer an array of benefits including health, vision, and dental coverage, a retirement savings 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO), great opportunities for growth, and much, much more!