Huntsville, AL — If you’re seeking employment with a great organization, look no further than the U.S. Postal Service.

On Friday, March 10, the Haysland Post Office, located at 8401 Whitesburg Drive SE in Huntsville, AL will  host a career fair from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Job seekers can meet with the Alabama-Mississippi District management team, local Postmasters and Managers, Customer Service to learn about delivery jobs available in Huntsville and the surrounding area, including as far east as Scottsboro.

“The U.S. Postal Service, consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America, is a great place to work. We offer a generous salary and benefits, and job security,” said Alabama-Mississippi District Manager June Martindale. “Our career fairs help us build a more stable and empowered workforce.”

Positions include Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) at $19.94 per hour; and City Carrier Assistant (CCA) at $19.33 per hour. Below are job descriptions:

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) - An RCA will have a continuous, part-time job. This on-call position could be ideal if one is retired, self-employed, an at-home parent, an educator, night student, or if employed on an evening shift schedule. An RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas. This employee  is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail, working part-time when regular carriers have scheduled days off or vacation days. An RCA also sells stamps, supplies, and money orders. An applicant must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. A personal vehicle may be required. Becoming an RCA is the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits.

City Carrier Assistant (CCA) - A CCA delivers mail and packages on a varied schedule that may include weekends and holidays. The position requires a valid state driver’s license, safe driving record, and experience with a passenger car or larger. A CCA is scheduled to work based on service needs. This position may lead to career employment.

Career employees can earn premium long-term benefits that complement good pay. Some of the benefits include multiple health and life insurance choices, pension benefits and a Thrift Savings Plan like a 401(k),  and vacation time and sick leave.

“We are committed to our workforce, beginning with great job opportunities for new employees, and continued career advancement,” Martindale said. “Training programs including entry-level functional job-related training, technical hands-on learning, new supervisor training, and management-to-executive level development.”

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