Postal Courier Retail Clerk/Passport Agent

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays (including anextended

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking a Postal Courier Retail Clerk/Passport Agent to support the Columbia campus operations, including postage sales, mail processing, and passport services. This role serves the University community and the public, using a USPS RSS system and a point of sale.

The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and effective communication with staff and customers.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years' work experience in postal courier, delivery and mail processing.
• Knowledge of USPS guidelines and regulations.
• Above average computer skills and ability to use USPS/UPS websites.

Responsibilities

• Provide postage stamp sales and shipping services at Customer Retail Counters on the Columbia campus.
• Perform passport application acceptance and photo services according to Department of State policies.
• Unload and sort inbound mail/parcels for data entry in the tracking system and dispatch to locations.
• Process official university outbound mail and parcels with postage metering equipment and accounting software.
• Drive a delivery vehicle or straight box truck with lift gate for mail deliveries.

Job description

Postal Courier Retail Clerk/Passport Agent

Department: DAF Postal Services

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

Customer Retail Counters

Provide postage stamp sales and shipping services at Customer Retail Counters on the Columbia campus to University community and the public using a point of sale and USPS RSS mailing/shipping system.

U.S. Dept. of State - USC Passport Acceptance Agent

Perform passport application acceptance and photo services in accordance ith the U.S. Dept. of State policies and procedures. Requires ability to obtain and maintain ongoing training and annual Passport Agent recertification upon successful completion of initial training provided by the department.

Mail / Parcels

Unload and sort inbound mail/parcels for data entry in cmputerized tracking system for dispatch and delivery services to Student Package Pickup locations, parcel lockers and departments via delivery van and straight box truck. Process official University outbound mail and parcels using postage metering equipment and accounting software.

Fast-paced environment requires ability to multi-task to meet daily mail operational deadlines and endure extended periods of physical demands associated with mail and parcel sort/delivery/dispatch/processing, to include lifting up to, but not limited to 50 lbs.

As a postal representative, must maintain pleasant and effective communicationw and working relations with the University community and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years' work experience and knowledge in postal courier, postal delivery and mail processing/shipping operations.
• Knowledge of USPS guidelines and regulations and experience in postal related operations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Above average computer skills including the ability to utilize USPS and UPS websites to determine postal rates, mailing requirements and learn other software programs associated with USC Postal Services' daily operations.
• Have good reading, comprehension and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate effectively with faculty, staff and others.
• Attention to details is crucial in all aspects of job duties.
• Ability to operate a delivery vehicle and straight box truck with lift gate for mail and parcel deliveries/collections.

Job Close Date

08/31/2026

Benefits Package

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.