Postal Aide 00686
Christopher Newport University

Job Info

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Working Title:

Postal Aide 00686

Role Title:

Administrative Office Specialist I

Position Number:

00686

FLSA:

Non Exempt

Appointment Type:

Full Time

Type of Posting:

General Public

Designated Personnel:

Yes

Responsible Employee:

This position is designated as a "responsible employee" who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:

This position is a "designated position" meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest:

No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:

Yes

If Restricted Position, please paste statement:

This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective:

As a support service to the CNU community, the Student Mailroom and its staff strive to maintain the highest standards of service to all campus constituencies by subscribing to a "Students First" attitude and embracing the core values and mission of the University and to execute the responsibilities of the position in a professional, courteous and thoughtful manner and provide quality "customer friendly" service.

Purpose of the Position:

Located in the David Student Union, the purpose of the Postal Aide position includes but is not limited to receiving, sorting, tracking, and distribution of incoming mail and packages to CNU students who reside in University Housing facilities, as well as to guests who reside in CNU residence halls during summer conferences.

Additional objectives include providing services for the collection of outgoing mail and packages for these same groups and routing the packages to the USPS, UPS, Amazon, DHL, FedEx, and other carriers who provide these services to the Christopher Newport University Student Mailroom.

In addition, other objectives essential to the Student Mailroom operations include managing the assignments of student mailboxes and associated keys to CNU students who live in University Housing facilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:

• The ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff visitors, vendors, contractors and other University constituents with strong commitments to professionalism, excellence in customer service, and to a "Student's First" philosophy and approach to work.
• The ability to provide exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills, and excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• The ability to perform physical tasks in an efficient and reliable manner with routinely high levels of productive output.
• The ability to work well with others including both staff and student employees.
• The ability to learn and utilize new software as applicable or assigned.
• The ability to work with high levels of personal and professional integrity.
• The ability to work with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to work well under limited time constraints.
• The ability to work with computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as EasyTrackIt (mail tracking software) or similar software.
• Knowledge and proficiencies specific to tasks performed in a mailroom work environment.
• Previous knowledge, ability, and proficiency, specifically working with EasyTrackIt software.

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :

Education:

• High school graduation or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma

Additional Consideration(s):

Experience:

• Experience working in a college or university mailroom setting
• Experience working effectively with student personnel
• Experience working in a mailroom or U.S. Postal Service

Salary Information:

Starting at $30,160, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information:

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Role Code:

19011

Conditions of Employment:

This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period;

Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

Posting Number:

PS998P

Number of Vacancies:

1

Posting Date:

07/23/2024

Closing Date:

08/05/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).

In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/17891

EEO/Diversity Statement(s):

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement

Christopher Newport University and its employees demonstrate a positive and professional attitude. Practices inclusive leadership and treats everyone with dignity and respect. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, as well as fully support the "Students First" value.

Reasonable Accommodation Request:

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

Alternative Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services
(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Check:

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.

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