Job Description
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Category
Support Staff
Position Title
Mail Clerk
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Division
Finance and Administration
Department
Mail Services
Hiring Wage/Salary Range
$19.43 per hour + $1.75 shift differential
Professional Experience/ Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to use email and learn basic mail sorting software.
- Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service of postal products to the Colgate community.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment is essential.
- Demonstrated ability to work collegially and effectively with a diverse group of constituents including students, faculty, staff, parents and alumni.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of Excel and Banner preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Certifications
A current valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.
Offer Determination
When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Physical Requirements
- Must have the ability to lift at least 50 lbs. - Must be able to stand for long periods of time, climb stairs and work in inclement weather conditions.
Other Information
Colgate bargaining unit employees must apply by March 28, 2025 to be considered.
Benefits
Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page .
Department Statement
Accountabilities
- Performs duties of postal clerk for campus postal station.
- Operates postal meter in accordance with postal regulations.
- Serves as a cashier for campus post office station, dispensing stamps and accepting mail and packages for mail.
- Picks up and delivers registered, certified, insured, and campus mail on established route.
- Makes deliveries and pick ups to and from U.S. Post Office.
- Uses electronic tracking system for incoming packages and USPS accountable mail. - Creates mailing lists for bulk mailings using software.
- May be required to work in University Printing as needed.
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2025S027Posting
Temporary
No
Work Schedule
40 hours per week. 12 month position.
Tues -Friday 8:00 to 5 Saturday- 8:00 to 2:30 1/2 hour lunch With occasional overtime in busy seasons.
Job Open Date
03/24/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
Clery Act
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu .
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
*
Are you currently a Colgate employee?
Yes
No
*
Have you ever been a Colgate employee? Yes
No
Do you have a spouse/domestic partner who currently is, or will be, employed at Colgate University? Yes
No
*
Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes
No
*
Please let us know how you heard about this position. Albany Times Union
Binghamton Press & Sun
BlackCoachesinSports
Careerbuilders.com
Cazenovia Republican
Centralnewyorkhelpwanted.com
Chronicle of Higher Education
Chronicle of Philanthropy
Colgate Employee
Colgate Website
CoSIDA
Diverse Issues of Higher Education
HERC (Upstate New York HERC)
HigherEdJobs.com
Indeed.com
InsideHigherEd.com
LinkedIn
Mid-York Weekly
NACWA
naviGATE
NCAA News
Norwich Evening Sun
Oneida Daily Dispatch
Sherburne News
Studentaffairs.com
Syracuse Post Standard
Utica Observer Dispatch
Waterville Times
WomenLeadersinCollegeSports.com
Other
If you selected "Colgate Employee" or "Other" for how you heard about this position, please provide the employee's name or where you heard about/saw the position.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents Colgate University
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start, Shift work, Saturday, Afternoon shift,