Post Office Assistant, Part-time

Juniata College; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Juniata College invites applications for a part-time Post Office Assistant to support daily operations of the campus Post Office in compliance with USPS guidelines. Reporting to the Post Office Supervisor, duties include handling mail, selling postage, weighing packages, stamping envelopes, assisting customers, and balancing cash.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, basic computer and math abilities, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to interact and communicate professionally.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to operate machinery and lift 40 pounds.
• Valid Driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and sorting mail.
• Selling postage and weighing packages.
• Stamping envelopes and assisting customers.
• Recording and balancing cash drawer.
• Liling with Huntingdon Borough Post Office or other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Post Office Assistant, Part-time

Posting Number

20110682

Pay Rate

starting at $15.28/hour

Position Type

Part Time/Temporary

Key Responsibilities

Juniata College invites applicants for a part-time Post OfficeAssistant position. The Post Office Assistant helps with all dailyfunctions and operations of the Juniata College Post Officefollowing USPS regulations when applicable. Reporting directly tothe Post Office Supervisor, typical duties and responsibilitiesinclude:

• receiving and sorting mail
• selling postage
• weighing packages
• stamping envelopes
• assisting customers
• record and balance cash drawer
• completing forms regarding changes of address, or theft or loss of mail
• other duties as assigned
• liaison with Huntingdon Borough Post Office

Equity and Inclusion Statement

Juniata College is committed to cultivating an equity-mindedand equity-engaged campus culture, one that is inclusive and supportive of its students, faculty, and staff. We believe that allmembers of the College community share the responsibility to valuediversity, seek equity, promote a sense of belonging. We seekcandidates who are sensitive to the needs of an academic communitythat is diverse with regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion,nationality, sexual orientation or identity, disability status, andprotected veteran status...AA/ EOE

Position Qualifications

• 1. Knowledge and capabilities normally acquired through completionof a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 2. The ability to interact and communicate in a positive andprofessional matter.
• 3. Basic computer and mathematical skills.
• 4. Ability to operate machinery and lift 40 pounds.
• 5. Valid Driver’s license free of major violations.

Supervision Required/Given

The post office assistant reports to the post office supervisor.

Preferred Qualifications

See Position Qualifications

Physical Demands

Ability to operate machinery and lift 40 pounds.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date

09/23/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes