GADSDEN, ALABAMA — Does a job that pays its employees to exercise appeal to you?

The U.S. Postal Service is hosting a career fair for delivery positions on Monday, December 2, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Gadsden Post Office, 700 Chestnut Street, Gadsden, AL 35901.

“Career fairs are part of our ‘Delivering for America’ 10-year plan which includes building a more stable and empowered workforce,” said Postmaster Lisa Allen-Costa.

The Postmaster and her management team members will be onsite to share information about delivery jobs and to assist with the online application process. Following are job descriptions: 

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) – 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 one is 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. Becoming an RCA is the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits.

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) – At $20.38 per hour, this employee will deliver and collect packages along routes in rural and suburban areas and will provide a variety of services to customers along an assigned route.

The successful applicant may be required to provide their own vehicle for package delivery. As an ARC, you will provide service to your community on weekends and holidays or up to seven days each week; whichever suits your lifestyle. If you enjoy working outdoors, while keeping your week free, this position may be a great fit for you. This would be a perfect part-time position for retirees, night students, self-employed individuals, or at-home parent.

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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