What are the responsibilities and job description for the University Courier & Print Shop Assistant position at Athens State University?
Position Information
Department/College
Public Relations, Marketing & Publications
Position Title
University Courier & Print Shop Assistant
Job Category
Staff
Posting Number
00557
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Full or Part Time
Full-Time
Other
Temporary
No
If Temporary, number of months
Position Summary Information
Duties
The University Courier & Print Shop Assistant will perform a variety of courier and delivery duties, utilizing a motor vehicle as necessary to ensure the proper distribution of mail, materials, and supplies. Additionally, the individual will assist with print-related tasks, including operating digital printing equipment, laminators, cutters, and miscellaneous finishing equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Open, sort, and deliver incoming mail and intercampus mail on a daily schedule; sort, fold, seal, and meter outgoing mail; pick-up and deliver packages and other related materials and/or supplies as assigned.
- Ensure outgoing mail postage expense is charged to individual departments in an accurate manner.
- Perform periodic inventory reconciliation of mail-related supply items and postage.
- Follow USPS guidelines to ensure all postal procedures and policies are followed correctly.
- Operate a variety of print shop equipment, including bindery, folder, paper drill, cutter, staplers, laminators, etc.
- Assist with folding, inserting, and processing print jobs and orders for both internal and external customers.
- Assist with large format print jobs, including artwork wet-up and related finishing tasks.
- Assist with supply inventory, including the organization of incoming materials and the ordering of replacement materials.
- Perform special errands and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- This type of work requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions generally acquired through a partial high school education.
- Must have a clean driving record and able to pass background check.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and high ethical standards.
- Ability to use and operate a computer and associated standard office software (Microsoft Office products and related software).
- Ability to provide effective and responsive service to University departments.
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
- Must possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to operate various vehicles related to the delivery of mail and packages, including motorized vehicles, carts, hand trucks, pallet jack, etc.
- Must be able to lift over 50 pounds often and over 75 pounds occasionally and the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:
- Knowledge of U.S. Postal Services regulations and laws and familiarity with mail room operations and procedures, along with the use of postal meters.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Daily travel to deliver mail, supplies, and other requested deliveries
- Must be able to occasionally adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions; Occasionally tasked with moving objects up to 75 pounds
- Must be able to pull/push heavy objects using a hand truck as needed
- Ability to crouch, kneel, bend, reach above head, and ascend/descend a ladder
- Frequently tasked with repeating motions that may include wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Occasionally uses printing machinery as a drill press, cutting machine, and laminator as needed
- Frequently uses near vision for tasks involving computers, reading small print, etc. Frequently uses far vision for the ability to see a person or object
- Occasionally exposed to noisy environments when using machinery
Salary Schedule
Salary Range: $33,070 – $49,605 ; with the midpoint at $41,337 (Annualized Rate)
To view salary schedules visit:https://www.athens.edu/about/offices/human-resources/resources/salary-schedule-tables
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Posting Detail Information
University Information
Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Approximately 3,000 students each semester have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where over 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 95% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was named the Most Affordable College in Alabama by The Best Schools, as well as a 2024 Great College to Work For by ModernThink. Athens State offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business. The University employs more than 392 full and part-time employees with approximately 88 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education. 83% of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree. Athens State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Athens, Alabama is located in North Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society’s “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.
Athens, Alabama is located in North Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society’s “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.
EEO Statement
Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.
Background Check Statement
In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies qualifications for the position.
Note: Credential evaluations are needed for all transcripts obtained outside the U.S. before uploading and submitting an application. (Credential evaluators should provide course-by-course evaluations and transcribed in English.)
Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
Additional Information
Athens State University participates in the E-verify System to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
To apply or view details, visit https://jobs.athens.edu/
To apply or view details, visit https://jobs.athens.edu/
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and remain “open until filled”.
For assistance, contact the Human Resources Office at 256-216-3333 or email us at employment@athens.edu.
Salary : $33,070 - $49,605