I was a postal clerk in the navy, I would like to work for USPS.?

Question

Everytime I get through to some line.. it ends up being some dead end. No one knows who i need to talk to, they give me some other number that leads to the same end result. Is there anyone out there that can direct me in the right way. I even tried the usps website, but it says not hireing for permant positions in this area... but this is memphis ( a HUB) so I know they are always looking for people.

Answer 1

Go yourself to the main facility and talk the personnel department. You are a veteran and they must open an exam for you,it is federal law. That is how I got in,they scheduled my exams,and they give you a choice of what exams you would like to take,including letter carrier,postal clerk,mail handler ,etc.
That 1-800 USPS phone line is bogus.
Go to the main facility GPO, in your city or the next major city.Memphis Main postal facility has a personnel department.
Don't let someone give you the runaround either. Make sure you talk to the personnel department manager,don't let them tell you they are not hiring,you are a veteran they must open an exam for you by federal law.
contact me at my email if you have trouble. good luck ! :)

Answer 2

Postal Service workers must be at least 18 years old. They must be U.S. citizens or have been granted permanent resident-alien status in the United States, and males must have registered with the Selective Service upon reaching age 18. Applicants should have a basic competency of English. Qualification is based on a written examination that measures speed and accuracy at checking names and numbers and the ability to memorize mail distribution procedures. Applicants must pass a physical examination and drug test, and may be asked to show that they can lift and handle mail sacks weighing 70 pounds. Applicants for mail carrier positions must have a driver�s license and a good driving record, and must receive a passing grade on a road test.

Jobseekers should contact the post office or mail processing center where they wish to work to determine when an exam will be given. Applicants� names are listed in order of their examination scores. Five points are added to the score of an honorably discharged veteran and 10 points are added to the score of a veteran who was wounded in combat or is disabled. When a vacancy occurs, the appointing officer chooses one of the top three applicants; the rest of the names remain on the list to be considered for future openings until their eligibility expires—usually 2 years after the examination date.

Relatively few people become postal clerks or mail carriers on their first job, because of keen competition and the customary waiting period of 1 to 2 years or more after passing the examination. It is not surprising, therefore, that most entrants transfer from other occupations.

New Postal Service workers are trained on the job by experienced workers. Many post offices offer classroom instruction on safety and defensive driving. Workers receive additional instruction when new equipment or procedures are introduced. In these cases, workers usually are trained by another postal employee or a training specialist.

Postal clerks and mail carriers should be courteous and tactful when dealing with the public, especially when answering questions or receiving complaints. A good memory and the ability to read rapidly and accurately are important. Good interpersonal skills also are vital, because mail distribution clerks work closely with other postal workers, frequently under the tension and strain of meeting dispatch or transportation deadlines and quotas.

Postal Service workers often begin on a part-time, flexible basis and become regular or full time in order of seniority, as vacancies occur. Full-time workers may bid for preferred assignments, such as the day shift or a high-level nonsupervisory position. Carriers can look forward to obtaining preferred routes as their seniority increases. Postal Service workers can advance to supervisory positions on a competitive basis.

Answer 3

Your first stop needs to be a Separation Office within the Navy or at the nearest military installation. Their job is to help you transistion out of the military. There is alot of military jargon you'll want to reword on your resume and they can direct you better how to apply for federal jobs.

There is a big push within the fed gov't to hire veterans - but you need to start from within your military unit. A firm separation date, honorable discharge and reference recommendations are definitely going to be needed up front.

Good luck and find that office soon...

Answer 4

you dont want physical work, dont want desk job. lifestyle important to you. dont want long hours. DONT join the navy!!! take a cruise or something. hitchhike across europe. just about anything will get you closer to what you want than the navy................... oh im sorry. postal clerk isnt that demanding physically but youll have to do all sorts of other duties firefighting,work in mess hall stuff like that. i didnt like the navy. i always tell people coast guard or air force

Answer 5

I am in with the USPS.gov and see whats available in your area and what the requirements are. You can also see what is open for all jobs and areas across the Usa. Good -Luck,, I have been with Vehicle Operations with the Postal Service for 20 years now.

Answer 6

Consider applying for the TEST wherever there is an opening despite the fact that where you are theres no openings
The USPS credits your TIME served in military and if you have any service connected disability they credit a certain amount of favorable points
KEEP TRYING it is worth it even if you have to relocate

Answer 7

Have you tried contacting the postmaster at the post office?
I do know that you have to go take a test and you do get certain extra credit points depending on your history (example: you will get extra points over someone else cause you have military experience).

Good Luck!

Answer 8

Do you still have to take the exam for that first?