SIOUX FALLS — The Postal Service is accepting applications for holiday seasonal positions at a handful of mail processing facilities and Post Offices in Fargo-Moorhead, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, Williston and Wahpeton.

Open positions will include temporary clerks, Carriers and mail handlers that could lead to permanent placement within the organization. Approximately 81 temporary holiday positions will be available in North Dakota for the period of Nov. 14, 2015 through Jan. 8, 2016. The hourly wages range from $12.00 to $15.63 with varying shifts and days off.

Those interested may apply at www.usps.com/careers, click on “Search Now,” select “North Dakota” click “Start,” then click on the link for the appropriate job. A general overview of USPS employment requirements is available at http://about.usps.com/careers/employment-requirements.htm. An explanation of specific job requirements and hourly pay can be found on the individual job postings.

Job openings will be regularly updated until all positions are filled. Interested applicants should log on to http://usps.com/careers weekly to check for new postings.

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