Lead Mail Associate - PT

Job Goal

To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

General Job Summary

Responsible for receipt and delivery of mail, packages, and other materials for the college and its locations.

The typical hours for this position will be between Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Universal Core Competencies

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.
  
  

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, sort, process, schedule, and deliver mail and packages to any on-or-off-campus locations and the post office.
• Operate computerized mailing equipment.
• Lead, train and supervise other part-time mail service associates
• Assist with the unloading of trucks and route incoming freight and packages.
• Forklift certified and the ability to operate pallet jacks and other related equipment.
• Fill and deliver large orders (Print Shop, Bookstore, Custodial, Special Deliveries, Office Supplies, etc.)
• Subject matter expert on deliveries, automated mailings, postal regulations, and shipping and receiving.
• Operate snow removal equipment and shovels to remove snow and ice from roads, parking lots and walkways.
• Work on-site during college breaks, Holidays and other critical times.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.
  
  

Performance Expectations

• Possess excellent communication skills to work effectively with others in a cross functional team environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize and complete tasks as required.
• Possess good computer skills and ability to adapt to changing technology.
• Represent the College in a positive manner, providing superior customer service skills at all times.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.
  
  

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Activities With/Without Reasonable Accommodation

Constant (67-100%) stooping, kneeling, reaching, walking, and lifting 50 pounds. Frequent (34-66%) crouching, standing, pushing, pulling, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motion, viewing computer and/or close visual work of less than 18” of distance. Occasional (10-33%) sitting, climbing, balancing, and travel to campus locations. Ability to do heavy lifting up to 50 pounds. Ability to see color spectrum.

May be subject to extreme cold (temperatures below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour), extreme heat (temperatures above 90 degrees for periods of more than one hour), noise, and hazards such as moving mechanical parts and electric current.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma and three years related experience.
• Experience is supervising other part-time employees
• Must have experience with computers.
• Must obtain forklift certification with-in first 30 days of employment.
• Must have ability to understand and interpret postal regulations and possess basic math skills.
  
  

Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations Required

• Must have valid Iowa driver’s license with good driving record.
  
  

This position requires a valid driver's license and participation in continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring. Your driving record will be verified initially and monitored on an ongoing basis as a condition of employment.

EEO/AA STATEMENT:It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov.

Why Kirkwood

Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.