External Publication for Job Posting 91253161
If this job requires qualification on an examination, the number of applicants who will be invited to take or retake the
examination may be limited.
Branch
Central Illinois District
Job Posting Period
09/21/2015 – 09/26/2015
This job has an exam requirement. Currently, applicants for this posting who do not yet have an exam score are being
invited to take the exam. Examining will continue until capacity has been reached.
Job Title
PSE MAIL PROCESSING CLERK
Facility Location
PEKIN
514 BROADWAY ST
PEKIN, IL 61554-9998
CONTACT INFORMATION: Eric.L.Anske@usps.gov, Eric Anske, Postmaster, (309) 346-7878
Position Information
TITLE: PSE MAIL PROCESSING CLERK
FLSA DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt
OCCUPATION CODE: 2395-0018
NON-SCHEDULED DAYS: VARIES
HOURS: VARIES
Postal Support Employees (PSE) hold temporary appointments for periods not-to-exceed 360 days. Subsequent
appointments after a 5 day break in service may be offered but are not guaranteed and should not be expected because the
use of PSEs is discretionary and subject to business needs.
PSEs can be scheduled any hours and the position is intended to be very flexible, including weekends and holidays as
needed. PSEs must be available to work when needed.
SALARY RANGE: $15.63 per hour paid bi-weekly
FINANCE NUMBER: 166168
BENEFIT INFORMATION: This is a non-career position, which may lead to a career position depending on organizational
needs. Limited benefits include paid time off at the rate of 1 hour for every 20 paid hours, and contractual pay raises. After
one year of service, PSEs may be eligible for health insurance under the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program with a
Postal Service premium contribution, dental and vision insurance through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision
Insurance Program, and long term care insurance through the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program.
Persons Eligible to Apply
Veterans who are entitled to veterans preference and/or covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act may apply for
any posted position.
All applicants must apply on line at www.usps.com/employment. Paper or Emailed Applications for Employment will not be
accepted in person or by email. You must have a valid email address to apply for this position. Communication regarding
employment opportunities, examinations, interviews and background checks will be conveyed by email.
NOTE: We will communicate with you by email concerning your application, so it is very important that you are able to
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address!
@usps.gov @psionline.com @geninfo.com
EXAM REQUIRED: If you are invited to take this test, instructions regarding the exam process will be sent via email once you
successfully submit your online application. Please ensure you can receive messages from our test vendor and follow
instructions carefully so you can be considered for this employment opportunity!
NOTICE TO CURRENT NON-CAREER POSTAL SERVICE EMPLOYEES – Current non-career Postal Service employees
who wish to apply for this vacancy must go to usps.com/employment and use your existing eCareer Profile to apply. Do not
log into LiteBlue; if you logged into LiteBlue, log out and close your browser before going to usps.com/employment.
Functional Purpose
Performs a variety of clerk duties required to process mail using automated mail processing equipment or manual methods of
sortation and distribution.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Makes one or more sortations of outgoing and/or incoming mail using the appropriate sort program or manual distribution
scheme.
2. On a rotation basis, performs all of the following duties: loads mail onto automated equipment, culling out non-processable
items; enters sort plan and starts equipment; monitors flow of mail to ensure continuous feed; sweeps separated mail from
bins stackers; and stops equipment when distribution run or operation is completed. Runs machine reports, clears jams and
contacts maintenance for assistance when required.
3. Prepares work area, ensuring all necessary support equipment and materials, including labels, trays, and other
containers, are in place.
4. Removes sorted mail from bins or separations and places into appropriate trays or containers for further processing or
dispatch based on knowledge of operating plans and dispatch schedules, or at the instruction of supervisors or expediters;
may riffle or verify mail to ensure sortation accuracy as needed.
5. In addition, may perform any of the following duties: provide service at public window for non-financial transactions;
maintain records of mails; examine balances in advance deposit accounts; and record and bill mail requiring special service.
6. Follows established safe work methods, procedures and safety precautions while performing all duties.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
PSE MPCs perform a variety of clerical duties in mail processing and retail/customer services to support day to day
operations.
Duties are physically demanding requiring moderate to heavy lifting, carrying, prolonged standing, walking and reaching.
PSEs may be required to handle heavy sacks of mail/parcels, sort & distribute incoming/outgoing mail, and work at a service
window selling postal products & services to customers. Applicants must be able to perform the duties of the position with or
without accommodation.
SUPERVISION
Supervisor of unit to which assigned.
The United States Postal Service has the following excellent and challenging employment opportunity for highly motivated
and innovative individuals. Successful candidates must demonstrate through a combination of education, training, and
experience the following requirements:
Requirements
1. Physical Requirements:
Applicants must be physically able to perform efficiently the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service’s requirement
to be drug free. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Central Time, of the posting’s closing date. Applicants claiming veterans’
preference must attach a copy of member copy 4 (only) of Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form
214) or other proof of eligibility if claiming 10-point veterans’ preference. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is an
equal opportunity employer. The USPS provides reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interview, and/or
selection process, please make your request to the examiner, selecting official or local manager of Human Resources. This
request can also be made by someone on your behalf. Explain the nature of your limitations and the accommodation
needed. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
SPECIAL NOTE: Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.
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