ALEXANDER CITY, ALABAMA --- How does a job that offers good exercise and great pay appeal to you?

The U.S. Postal Service is hosting a career fair for delivery positions on Friday, December 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Alexander City Post Office, 233 Lee Street, Alexander City, AL 35010. Postmaster Kela Threatt and her management team members will be onsite to assist with the online application process for Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) employment.

“Career fairs are part of our ‘Delivering for America’ 10-year plan which includes building a more stable and empowered workforce,” said Threatt. “Becoming an RCA is the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits.”

At $20.38 per hour, an RCA will have to be able to work a flexible schedule and be available to work throughout the week (Sunday through Saturday). This position could be ideal if you’re looking for steady employment with career advancement opportunities. An RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas. This employee is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail; working when regular carriers have scheduled days off or vacation days. An RCA also sells stamps, supplies, and addresses customer inquiries about their mail delivery service. An applicant must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. (At least two years of unsupervised experience is also a requirement). A personal vehicle suitable for use delivering mail/packages may be required.

The U.S. Postal Service is an organization that promotes largely from within, offering career development to help prepare employees achieve their professional goals. Training programs including entry-level functional job-related training, technical hands-on learning, new supervisor training, and management-to-executive level development. 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 (TSP) like a 401(k), and vacation time and sick leave.

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