Postal Services Processor

Maryland Connect; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Coppin State University is seeking a Postal Services Processor to prepare incoming mail and manage outgoing mail on campus. Under supervision, you will handle postage, sorting, and recordkeeping for postage, registered mail, and packages.

The role requires handling mail equipment, lifting up to 70 lbs, and driving accuracy in routing mail to designated campus locations. Regular hours apply with on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to sort and process mail.
• Effective communication and following directions.

Responsibilities

• Sort incoming mail and dispatch outgoing mail, including registered, certified, and insured items.
• Collect and deliver mail to campus locations and obtain required signatures.
• Sort mail by destination and type; address undeliverable mail.
• Inspect outgoing mail, seal envelopes, and prepare inserts.
• Weigh mail to determine postage for various services.
• Enter records for postage, parcels, and special handling.
• Operate scales, metering devices, bundle machines, copiers, fax, and barcode machines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mail sorting

Physical stamina

Communication

Following directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Posting:

JR102108 Postal Services Processor (Open)

Department:

Postal Services Department, PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

10-06-2026

Close Date:

10-27-2026

$20.00 Hourly

Job Description:

Under general supervision, prepares incoming mail for distribution and processes outgoing mail. This includes distribution and collection of mail, determining and affixing postage, and maintaining records on postage, registered mail and packages.

Responsibilities:

• Sorts incoming mail for distribution and dispatches outgoing mail; processes registered, certified, and insured items, bulk mailings, and United Parcel Service packages; stamps date and time of receipt on incoming mail.
• Collects and delivers mail to specified locations on campus for processing. Secures required signatures for accountable mail items such as registered mail and stamp orders.
• Sorts mail according to destination and type, such as returned letters, adjustments, bills, orders, and payments. Researches and addresses undeliverable mail.
• Examines outgoing mail for appearance and seals envelopes. May fold letters or circulars and insert into envelopes.
• Weighs mail to determine correct postage. Processes outgoing mail including registered, certified, insured items, bulk mailings and United Parcel Service packages.
• Makes entries to records regarding postage, parcels, billing and mail requiring special handling such as certified, insured and express mail.
• Operates standard equipment including scales, metering devices, bundle machines, photocopiers, facsimile and bar code machines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE

• One year or related work experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to sort and process mail.
• Ability to lift and carry mail bags and boxes up to 70lbs.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and postal services machines.
• Ability to perform extensive standing and walking.

OTHER

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Mail carriers may be required to be bonded to handle certain routes dealing with large sums of money.

Additional Job Information:

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Contractual employeesare eligible for limited benefits.Pleasesee the link below to view the benefits that Coppin State University has to offer.

https://www.coppin.edu/benefits

E-VERIFY STATEMENT

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

Coppin State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. View theEEOC Know Your Rightsposter for more information regarding your rights under the law.

If you experience difficulties utilizing the online application system or you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that only inquiries regarding a request for reasonable accommodation or system issues will be responded to when contacting this e-mail account. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.