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On Call Post Office Assistant

New London, CT • On-site

Connecticut College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees

$17.24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Connecticut College rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
On Call Post Office Assistant
Department
Post Office -Group
Pay Type
Non Exempt
Appointment Type (A)
On Call
Hours Per Week
Varies
Number of weeks
52 weeks per year
other - # of weeks
52
Benefits Eligible
No Benefits
Geographical
Regional
Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement
No
Work Schedule
Job Description
General Scope of Duties
In accordance with postal regulations, sell postage supplies, weigh parcels, inform customers of available services, distribute parcels/mail. Provide excellent customer service including recommending most economical, safest and quickest services; educates customer on proper packaging and special services; ensure interactions with all customers are polite and professional.
General Duties and Responsibilities
  1. In accordance with postal regulations, sell postage supplies, weigh parcels, advise customers of available services and distribute parcels/mail
  2. Provide excellent customer service including recommending most economical, safest and quickest services; educate customer on proper packaging and special services; ensure interactions with all customers are polite and professional
  3. Maintain adequate postage, cash and work supplies
  4. Balance cash drawer weekly and report any shortfalls or overages to Post Office Supervisor immediately; record results in daily log
  5. Advise supervisor of any problems immediately
  6. Receive and distribute parcels from commercial courier services
  7. Process undeliverable mail; forward US mail during absences from campus
  8. Handle cash, make change, and maintain staff accountability and record office charges.
  9. Post accounts for services rendered

Education and Skills
1. High school diploma
2. Strong customer service skills
3. Basic math and problem solving skills
4. Ability to interact well with a variety of people from all aspects of the college and community
5. Attention to detail
6. Well-organized, able to work under pressure, plan and accomplish goals
9. No travel required
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
NA
Driving Required
No
Salary Range
$17.24
Note
Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate's experience, education, and the institution's pay structure to ensure internal equity.
Applicant Credentialing
Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
04/20/2026
Applications accepted through
Open Until Filled
Yes

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