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Central Washington University is recruiting a Mail Processing - Driver Lead to join our Mail Services team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role is an important member of our team as they enhance the vision for the University. The role is a campus-based position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. We're offering a competitive salary plus the awesome CWU benefits.
Who we are:
We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.
Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. You'll find diverse academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing, health services, police and public safety for the campus population of ~8,300 students.
Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition, for seven out of eight years, CWU was a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. RentCafe has also named CWU #13 of the Top 20 Best College Towns in the U.S. in 2025.
Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.
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What we offer:
Our investment in you begins the day you join our team, a healthy and successful future for you is important to us. We offer medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, discounts across town, an employee assistance program for individualized counseling, and a wellness incentive program. Learn more: Benefits, Perks, and Leave and Total Rewards Calculator .
The Role:
Regularly assign, instruct and check the work of others and independently oversee and perform mail services. Additionally, will perform some functions of receiving, shipping center which will include the transfer and delivery of equipment, merchandise, materials and supplies. Facilities and Skilled Trades employees directly affect the vision, mission, and values of Central Washington University by contributing to a sustainable campus environment and by supporting and creating spaces where students, faculty, and staff feel welcome, safe, and comfortable.
All employees are expected to uphold and contribute to CWU's vision, mission, and values, fostering a culture of student success and institutional excellence.
Job Duties
Mail Processing Center
- Circulate post and parcels from USPS, and various transportation companies.
- Operate mail processing equipment.
- Coordinate regular mail equipment maintenance with vendor(s). Verify and ensure USPS standards are met.
- Coordinate with multiple departments to pre-plan large mailings and other requests.
- Resolve department conflicts to ensure their success.
- Ensure rigorous delivery schedule is completed on time.
- Provide a safe, clean, and well-organized working environment.
- Responsible for scheduling vehicles and equipment maintenance.
- Receives, schedules and oversees all courier packages (UPS, FED EX, etc.).
- Review department and institutional rules and regulations concerning mail operations and recommend changes and improvements to system and or processes.
- Overseeing students' routes and activities.
- Reconciling billing reports.
- May be required to drive a university owned vehicle.
Lead Duties
- Assign and check work and provide training. May provide feedback to supervisor to assist with work assignments and job performance.
Shipping and Receiving Center
- Assists customers at warehouse service centers and all extended customer service locations.
- Release stock inventory and special orders to applicable personnel using automated work order system software.
- Prepares outgoing stock orders for university and housing departments.
- Delivers stock, special and downtown orders to appropriate department or construction location.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of valid driver's license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain forklift operator's license within 6 months of hire.
• Experience performing basic computer functions, such as spreadsheet and word processing.
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience working collaboratively with students and/or colleagues to foster supportive and effective learning and work environment.
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a mail service production environment.
• Experience operating various lifts and/or forklifts.
• Experience operating mail/courier processing and distribution equipment.
• Experience operating and processing receiving/shipping systems and equipment.
• Ability to incorporate a variety of perspectives and relevant societal issues into everyday conversations.
• Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWU's vision, mission, and values.

Competencies

• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines, and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Belonging: Values the uniqueness of every individual and fosters an environment where everyone feels respected and empowered to thrive.

Don't meet every single requirement? At CWU, we're committed to creating a welcoming and genuine workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. This could be the opportunity you're looking for!
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Salary : This position is based on the range 40 of the Washington State Classification Listing, which has a minimum annual salary of $42,972 and maximum annual salary of $57,252. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Schedule/Appointment : Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm (1 hour lunch) / WFSE Bargaining Unit 1
Working Conditions : Work is performed in an indoor office setting with frequent in-person interactions. It is essential to be able to remain at a desk/computer workstation for prolonged periods of time, perform extensive data entry and other computer-related tasks and create/maintain filing systems for departmental records. Some evening or weekend work and/or occasional travel may be required.
This position may work indoors and outdoors at times in hot/cold/noisy/dirty/wet areas, as well as a dusty warehouse. Requires frequent lifting of heavy loads. Will operate forklifts and pallet-jacks. Will be trained to handle hazardous equipment and products. Will participate in inventory processes.
Benefits : CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, along with vacation and sick leave plans depending on employment classification. For additional information please visit Benefits, Perks, and Leave and Total Rewards Calculator .
An employee of CWU may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program if the employee has student loans. To learn more, visit: https://ofm.wa.gov/state-human-resources/public-service-loan-forgiveness-program .
How To Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:

• A detailed cover letter clearly demonstrating how your education and experience: (a) meet the required (and, as applicable, preferred) qualifications, and (b) demonstrate the ability to perform the responsibilities as described by the posting;
• Resume including work history, education, training; and
• Contact information for three professional references.

Screening Begins: April 29, 2026
**Priority will be given to applications received by the screening date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Contact Information
Name: Michael Rogel
Title: Director, Strategic Contracting and Procurement
Email: Michael.Rogel@cwu.edu
Phone: (509) 963-1004
Website: www.cwu.edu/about/offices/facilities/departments/mail-services.php
Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.
Conditions of Employment
Background Check/Reference Check Process:
Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.
This position is part of a Washington Federation of State Employees Bargaining Unit I.
Notice to Prospective Employees:
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement
Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. Central Washington University's policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran is prohibited. The university provides an internal procedure for reporting discrimination and affords protection against retaliation for participating in the complaint process. Central Washington University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders including when soliciting bids and in the fulfillment of all contracts with governmental agencies. Direct related inquiries to Civil Rights Compliance , 202 Barge Hall, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501; Telephone 509-963-2050; or email crc@cwu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Central Washington University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at HR@cwu.edu or call 509-963-1202. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
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