Installation ceremony of Michael A. Hernandez as 63rd Postmaster of Philadelphia.

Michael A. Hernandez, Philadelphia Postmaster
John J. Hernandez (Mike’s father will administer oath of office)
Judy Herrick, District Manager, Philadelphia

Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1 p..m.

Philadelphia Processing & Distribution Center
7500 Lindbergh Blvd.
Philadelphia PA

On May 18, Michael A. Hernandez will be sworn in as the 63rd Postmaster of Philadelphia.

Hernandez is a 31 year postal veteran with extensive customer service experience who was recently appointed Postmaster for the City of Philadelphia, PA.  As Postmaster, Hernandez is responsible for delivery and retail services in the City of Philadelphia.  He oversees the operation of over 50 stations, postal retail stores and branches with more than 2100 employees who provide service to more than 720,000 residents and businesses.

The City of Philadelphia is the 5th most populous city in the United States with a population of 1.5 million.  The consumer base includes many large complex center city businesses, universities and hospitals. Previously, Hernandez served as the Postmaster of Lexington, KY.  Prior to that he served as Postmaster, of Katy, TX and Manager of Customer Service Operations in Charlotte, NC.

Hernandez also served as Postmaster of Bedford, TX. 

On Friday, Hernandez will officially wear the title of Postmaster, Philadelphia.

The Post Office is considered the cornerstone of the community it serves. Consequently, the Postmaster position carries many responsibilities. As the Postal Service has evolved, the job has become more complex.

“In today’s business environment, a Postmaster needs to be able to work with our customers, maintain our retail and delivery operations, and manage our complex network of employee programs,” said Herrick. “Mike is well qualified to fulfill the role and is an asset to the Postal Service and to the community he serves.”

The Philadelphia Post Office was established in 1827.