Mail Message Services Worker, Levels 1-2 (Provisional) - Multiple Vacancies

CUNY City University of New York - System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mail Message Services Worker to oversee mail operations at a bustling campus. This role involves supervising staff, managing mail delivery, and ensuring efficient service. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in mail services. Join a vibrant community that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits, including health plans and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about service and organization, this position is a great fit for you!

Benefits

Health Plans

Pension Benefits

Tuition Waivers

Paid Time Off

Diverse Academic Community

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma and six months of full-time office experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mail services and ensure efficient operations.
• Sort, distribute, and manage mail and packages for the campus.
• Train staff and maintain records of mail service activities.

Skills

Mail Sorting

Customer Service

Supervision

Communication in English

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Postal Equipment

Office Machines

Computer

Job description

Mail Message Services Worker, Levels 1-2 (Provisional) - Multiple Vacancies

GENERAL DUTIES

Provides and supervise mail and related services at a CUNY location. There are two Assignment Levels for this position and all personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments in this position; related duties may be assigned as needed.

ASSIGNMENT LEVEL-1

• Under supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, utilizing manual and/or electronic postal equipment and procedures:
• Receives sorts and distributes mail or other packages, signs package receipts.
• Loads, unloads, lifts and moves mail and packages.
• Prepares sorts and labels outgoing mail.
• Assists in packing and unpacking of all kinds of packages that can be processes through the US Postal Service and other delivery services.
• Picks up and delivers interoffice or intra-office mail/parcels.
• Inserts letters or other material into envelopes manually or using automated equipment.
• Computes required postage, and stamps outgoing mail and/or operates office machines to process mail.
• Acts as a messenger, both on and off location.
• May visit Post Office to conduct business related to mail delivery and postage.
• Delivers meters to Post Office for resetting.
• Answers routine queries from users of mail services.
• Gets mail and/or packages registered and/or insured.
• Operates office machines such as copiers and postage meters.
• Makes scheduled trips for deliveries or collections; if necessary, operates various kinds of motor vehicles to carry mail or parcels.
• Reports any noticeable mechanical defects in motor vehicle and/or in office equipment they utilize.
• Operates telephone equipment, including automated directories and telephone features.
• Maintains mail directories of all employees at the Campus.
• Keeps other required records.
• Uses computer, if necessary, to perform routine tasks e.g., reports, expenses, and postage.
• Depending on office policy may utilize electronic mail to communicate with campus personnel regarding the status of mail deliveries.
• May function as a lead worker.
• Supervise mail service activities, or supervise part time and/or student employees working in service area.

ASSIGNMENT LEVEL-2

• Under direction, with considerable independent initiative and judgment, supervises employees utilizing manual and/or electronic procedures in performing mail and messenger service functions and performs the following more complex activities:
• Supervise and trains staff in all phases of mail/messenger service operations.
• Insures that selection among mail service and postage choices is made in most cost effective manner.
• Assign job duties to subordinates, and maintains records of their schedules.
• Makes sure that all deadlines are met and deliveries are made promptly.
• Determines route schedules for pickups and deliveries.
• Keeps logs of all postage material.
• Prepares monthly invoices or internal billing records for postage used by College departments.
• Prepares requisitions for supplies, funding of postal accounts and contracts for servicing equipment.
• Insures that mail office equipment is properly maintained and serviced.
• Maintains the security of all postage material and equipment.
• Explains procedural changes and provides subordinates with necessary resources and supplementary interpretations to implement these changes.
• Develops, maintains, and revises (if needed) procedures to insure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Corresponds and confers with local postal authorities to resolve postal/electronic media/messenger issues.
• Coordinates services and obtains interpretations of new or revised postal regulations.
• Schedules internal and external training sessions for staff, such as seminars provided by the Post Office.
• Uses computer if necessary, to perform routine tasks e.g. reports, expenses and postage. Depending on office policy may utilize electronic mail to communicate with campus personnel regarding the unit's activities.
• Investigates complaints of poor service and takes appropriate action.
• Prepares annual and supplemental budgets for the mail service functions.
• May perform the duties of Assignment Level 1.

CONTRACT TITLE

Mail Message Services Worker

FLSA

Non-exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

NOTE: This position requires on-site presence five days a week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A four-year high school diploma or its equivalent, plus six months of full time office experience in mail services area. The person must be able to communicate in English.
• A Motor Vehicle Driver's License, valid in the State of New York, may be required for some, but not all positions.

COMPENSATION

Level 1 :

New Hire: $33,873*

Incumbent: $36,693

Level 2:

New Hire: $43,275*

Incumbent: $48,905

*This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS\ HRAM\ FL.HRS\ CG\ SEARCH\ FL.GBL?Page=HRS\ APP\ JBPST\ FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=28375&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using your login credentials. After you login to CUNYfirst, navigate to job openings by following the path from the Main Menu: Employee Self Service ->Careers

CLOSING DATE

May 22, 2025. (Revised)

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

28375

Location

Central Office