Job Title
Courier (Hourly)
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
County of Henrico General Services
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Picks up, opens, sorts, prepares mail and packages for distribution, loads and unloads ma il and packages, and delivers mail, packages and other materials to/from the U.S. Post Office, UPS and other delivery services, County buildings, departments and offices, and other local businesses and organizations as assigned; typically assigned to the County’s centralized mail, copy and print center (Support Services Center), may be assigned to a specific department to support the department’s unique operational needs in managing the distribution of mail and other materials; performs other duties as assigned.
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Essential Duties
- Sound working knowledge of USPS mail handling regulations and County policies related to mail and packages; sound understanding of traffic laws and the safe operation of a vehicle; sound knowledge and understanding of proper techniques and equipment used to perform the physical activities inherent to assigned job duties (lifting, carrying, loading, unloading, etc.); sound math skills; ability to safely operate various types of sorting equipment, postage meters, inserters, copiers, printers and other equipment used in the performance of assigned job duties; ability to accurately create and maintain files and records alphabetically, numerically and/or chronologically.
- Sound computer skills with the ability to use computer and typical business software, proprietary software and applications, various wireless technologies and peripherals, mail sorting equipment, postage metering machines, copying and print equipment to complete assigned tasks.
- Develops and maintains sound working relationships with staff in County departments and the Support Services Center; excellent collaborative skills with an ability work independently and as part of a team; answers questions from County employees regarding USPS mail and package service policies.
- Adheres to all established County and department policies; accurately determines the most efficient and cost-effective handling and distribution of mass mailings handled by the centralized mail, copy and print center.
- Non-supervisory. Serves as the day-to-day point of contact for questions, pick-up/delivery of mail and packages.
- Works primarily in an indoor setting (e.g. buildings and assigned vehicle); works in a wide array of indoor and outdoor locations and weather conditions; duties include working in a noisy environment, operating job-related equipment, and using hearing protection, equipment-related safety devices, and personal protection equipment (PPE).
- Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to safely operate County vehicles in all types of weather conditions, and to sort, prepare, load/unload, and deliver mail, packages and other materials correctly. Physical ability sufficient to safely reach, lift, move and carry heavy loads, walk long distances in an assigned delivery route inclusive of indoor and outdoor areas, safely and accurately operate related machines and equipment, and to perform assigned duties safely in a wide array of duty-related locations and weather conditions as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of high school or GED preferred; Previous relevant experience preferred; OR: Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information
This is an hourly/part-time Courier position; working up to 29 hours per week.
Valid driver’s license to perform assigned duties at various locations.
Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Criminal history record check and fingerprinting of all employees in authorized and hourly safety sensitive positions.
How To Apply
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through http://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at http://henrico.us.
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Minimum Salary
15.15
Maximum Salary
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Hourly/Temporary
Hourly/Temporary
Amount of Travel
Work At Home