Mail Specialist #499

Senate

Washington, District of Columbia$64,000 - $110,790Full-timePosted 1 day ago

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Summary

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Mail Specialist #499. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 11:59pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Duties

Sorts, x-rays, visually screens, opens, and tests all incoming mail and packages for delivery across the Senate campus. Operates specialized mail and package processing equipment and machinery used to help detect potentially hazardous materials and substances. Follows established safety protocols and processing procedures to visually inspect, open, and examine incoming mail and packages. Identifies suspicious, threatening, and potentially hazardous materials or substances and alerts the chain of command. Uses mobile computers for package accountability. Maintains accurate records, by category, of the volume of all materials received daily; verifies that all mail received has been screened. Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications and evaluation

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.

Education

High School Diploma/GED.

How to apply

All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/YO0NL. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.

Required documents

Subject to background/security investigation.

Additional information

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

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