Description

Mail Processing Driver
The Facilities, Finance, and Analytics Administration for the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is currently seeking a full-time, safe, and skilled Mail Processing Driver to join our team in Olympia, WA. We are looking for someone who demonstrates integrity, respect, and teamwork and has a positive attitude.

This role will be responsible for high-volume mail production, and processing support with a variety of complex technical duties, which may include driving mail vehicles with a high volume of mail and boxes. Join us today and help us on our mission to Transform Lives!

This role is in person with the hours of 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday.

Some of what you'll do:

• Perform complex technical duties
• Posses a high level of attention to detail
• Function independently for the majority of any given day
• Help maintain computerized postal charges for account billings
• Operate and maintain multiple computer systems
• Manually move, relocate, transport, and sort heavy mailbags and boxes
• Interpret job instructions and maintain records of production and supplies
• Sort letters to correct mail stops for proper delivery
• Deliver and pick up mail, boxes, etc.
• Think critically to determine the most cost-effective way of sending packages
• Inspect, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot mail center processing equipment
• Answer telephones and provide assistance to customers
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other programs proficiently
• Drive a large mail van

What we're looking for:

• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to physically handle, sort, and deliver mail and packages which may involve lifting up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to understand shipping methods and rates.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to maintain and correct malfunctions in equipment.
• Ability to drive a large mail van to deliver and pick up mail.

Who should apply?
Professionals with a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience sorting and distributing mail
AND
Professionals who maintain a valid Washington driver's license to drive and operate a large van or motor vehicle to pick up and deliver mail

What to include:

• Letter of interest
• Chronological resume
• Three current professional references

Questions? Please contact DSHS Recruiter by email and reference #02700

Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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