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how do i go about getting a job at the post office

2006-11-02 16:04:58 · 3 answers · asked by kenneth 1 in Politics & Government Government

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You can:
1) Visit your local PO and get a test application,
2) Visit one of the district HQ's and get a list of jobs and an application,
3) Go to USPS.com and visit the jobs section

2006-11-03 09:48:31 · answer #1 · answered by MJ 6 · 0 0

There are jobs posted on the USPS website. There are also some posted on the USAJOBS.COM website. Many cities have rural carrier positions available as a sub starting at $17/hr & may require you to provide your own right hand vehicle. (Look for them for sale at the postal union websites.) Larger cities have city carriers which is a different union. You can bid jobs all around the city where rural carriers stay put in that post office. Clerk positions are good if you enjoy multi-tasking. The postal exams usually require a score of 70 or higher. It is best to pick up a book at your local library that gives examples of types of questions on the test and alot of good helps. The USPS will pick from the highest scores and work downward. You may be able to take the test more than once. TE positions are temporary, in other words they work you for around 100 days, lay you off for 5, then hire you back. Not a good deal if you want benefits, good pay & security. Carrier positions require a good driving record. They all require the drug test, background check limited to your local area & fingerprinting. As a clerk or carrier you have to work your way up from PTF (part time flexible) to regular. Warning PTF usually means overtime - not part time. You can usually become a regular much quicker as a carrier, especially a city carrier. The medical benefits aren't as cheap as they used to be, but you can still opt for free basic life insurance. There is also a no layoff clause after I believe 6 years. You can take a look at the retirement system called FERS by going to TSP.gov This is a good time to seek employment as there was a hiring freeze for about 5 years. Best of Luck. Oh, also if you ever decide to move to another state you can set up a mutual swap with another employee.

2006-11-06 02:11:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Go to any post office and ask for a job application or for the number to the MSC Personnel Office

2006-11-03 00:07:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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