Mail Driver Job Listing at DePaul University in Chicago, IL (Job ID 1547)

Description

The Highlights:   The Mail Van Driver picks up University mail at the Loop and Lincoln Park post offices each morning and delivers the mail to each respective campus for sorting using the department mail van. This position is also responsible for sorting and banding the LPC mail in preparation for delivery at the Lincoln Park Campus and sorting interoffice mail upon return to the Loop office in the afternoon. The Mail Van Driver assists in the processing and posting of outgoing University mail. 

What You'll Do:

• Pick up mail and packages from the Loop and Lincoln Park Post Offices daily 
• Assist in sort of parcels, Post Office and Inter-office mail for the Lincoln Park Campus delivery runs 
• Prepare mail for delivery to the Lincoln Park Campus, including checking sorting accuracy, banding and loading into the university vehicle.  Deliver and pick-up mail and parcels from Lincoln Park Campus locations
• Assist departments in understanding mail procedures, delivery times and other services offered using excellent customer service skills
• Operate parcel tracking equipment to ensure that all incoming packages are scanned into the system and outgoing packages are signed for by recipient 
• Responsible for ensuring regular maintenance and upkeep of department vehicle is maintained, including but not limited to oil changes, tire rotation or replacement, washes, etc.
• This position will operate in the outdoors for approximately 50% of the day and this could include working in extreme weather conditions
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You'll Need:

• High School diploma
• Minimum of one year's related experience 
• Progress toward an undergraduate degree (may be substituted for one year's related experience) 
• Must have a valid driver's license in good standing and meet the eligibility requirements per the University Vehicle, Driver and Travel Safety Policy. A driving background check will be conducted prior to hire.
• This position requires the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, can go up and down stairs and walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Employee must have strong interpersonal communication skills, good memory for location identification and good organizational skills.  Employee must have basic computer skills including MS Office suite programs.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)  
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act  

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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