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Postal Inspection Jobs in Pennsylvania (NOW HIRING)

Promptly responds to any criminal activity and works closely with law enforcement agencies (FBI, US Postal Inspectors, Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security, etc.) on fraud cases. Bona Fide ...

Mail Services Associate

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Postal, and interdepartmental) to appropriate recipients and departments. * Deliver, pickup, and ... Inspect deliveries for suspicious or threatening items. *Assist recipients at the service window ...

Ground Hand/Laborer

Beach Haven, PA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

United States Zip/Postal Code: 18701 Summary: This position will work with crews performing work in ... Complete daily equipment safety inspections and maintenance checks. Accurately complete all ...

Ground Hand/Laborer

Beach Haven, PA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

United States Zip/Postal Code: 18701 Summary: This position will work with crews performing work in ... Complete daily equipment safety inspections and maintenance checks. Accurately complete all ...

United States Zip/Postal Code: 15021 Summary: This position will work with crews performing work in ... Complete daily equipment safety inspections and maintenance checks. Accurately complete all ...

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How much do postal inspection jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for postal inspection in Pennsylvania is $19.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.43 and $22.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a postal inspector?

Postal Inspectors are federal law enforcement agents who work for the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS). They are responsible for protecting the U.S. Postal Service, its employees, infrastructure, and customers by investigating crimes that involve the mail, such as mail fraud, mail theft, identity theft, and dangerous mailings. Their duties include conducting criminal investigations, making arrests, executing search warrants, and testifying in court. Postal Inspectors also work to prevent crimes by educating the public and postal employees about mail security. Overall, they play a critical role in maintaining the integrity and security of the nation’s mail system.

What are the most common challenges faced by postal inspectors, and how can new hires prepare for them?

Postal Inspectors often encounter challenges such as handling complex fraud investigations, managing sensitive evidence, and adapting to rapidly changing technologies used in mail-related crimes. New hires should be prepared for a dynamic work environment that may require irregular hours and frequent collaboration with other law enforcement agencies. Building strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills will help new Postal Inspectors navigate these challenges and excel in the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a postal inspector, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Postal Inspector, you need a bachelor’s degree, investigative experience, and knowledge of federal laws related to mail and postal regulations. Familiarity with law enforcement databases, surveillance technology, and firearms certification is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, interpersonal communication, and ethical judgment are critical soft skills. These abilities ensure effective investigation, enforcement of postal laws, and the protection of the public and the integrity of the postal system.

Is it hard to become a US postal inspector?

Becoming a US postal inspector requires meeting specific eligibility criteria, including a background check, physical fitness, and relevant experience or education. The selection process is competitive and involves written exams, interviews, and training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, making it a challenging career path for many applicants.

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Infographic showing various Postal Inspection job openings in Pennsylvania as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,340 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

POSTAL OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Naval Supply Systems Command

Mechanicsburg, PA • On-site, Remote

$108K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

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You will serve as a Postal Operations Specialist of CNSSC OPERATIONAL SUPPORT FIELD.
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Duties
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  • You will serve as the Postal Operations Analyst / Enterprise Official Mail Manager initiating, planning, leading and conducting detailed postal analyses, surveys and program reviews related to the Navy's official mail program.
  • You will initiate and provide official mail management policy guidance for the administration.
  • You will plan and conduct periodic studies to determine the cost effectiveness of employing mail meters, electronic scales, electronic mail, OCR and bar code readers.
  • You will collect and prepare annual fiscal year prepaid official mail postage report from each region, Systems Command (SYSCOM) and other Major Commands (MACOM).

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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal
  • MSP/PPP applicants must currently hold the required security clearance
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Performing expert knowledge of official and personal mail required to provide mail management policy guidance for the administration and operation of 657 Navy Post Offices afloat and ashore, 12 Consolidated Mail Facilities, 45 CONUS Official Mail Centers, and other postal facilities worldwide. Expert knowledge of rules, regulations, policies and operations of the Military Postal System, Navy Mail Routing and Department of Defense in order to oversee and execute the Navy-wide official mail Cost Control Program, conduct official mail and postal operation inspections, and assist the Navy Mail Routing Crew. I have expert knowledge of postal laws, regulations, directives, practices and procedures of postal rates, classes of mail, special and supplemental services to respond to global fleet support postal issues, CONUS and OCONUS postal initiatives and collaborate/coordinate with echelon I, II, and III agencies in order to provide the Assistant Commander for Supply Chain Management, Policy, & Performance Directorate with Navy Postal advocacy on various committees and working groups at the Department of Defense (DoD), Military Postal Service Agency (MPSA) and USPS Headquarters level. Comprehensive knowledge of Navy organizational structures and relationships and those of other military services and the USPS, NAVSUP Enterprise and DoD to ensure the command/Navy postal program goals are identified and metrics tracked and briefed to the chain of command during product and services reviews and budget data calls. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of NAVSUP Postal Command-wide program goals and objectives, and of their budgetary implications to ensure the most accurate program planning, budget formulation, execution, and identification of emergent requirements needed to support relevant global initiatives.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience:
A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.
Additional information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
During the application process you will have the ability to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions in the local commuting area. Depending on the hiring organization and the position being filled, job requirements (e.g., security clearance, travel, drug testing, financial disclosure filing, bargaining unit status, etc.) may vary. Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or may offer recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability and in accordance with policy. If you opt-in and are referred on a certificate, your resume will be available to other hiring managers for 180-days from the date the job announcement closes. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/
PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation
Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees
A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.
This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability to successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or final job offer being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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