NORWICH, CT — On Sept. 30, the Norwich Post Office (292 Salem Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360) is offering extra support for those interested in a postal career.

The 6-hour job fair aims to fill immediate openings for city carrier assistants, rural carrier associates and retail associates (postal support employee) and offers applicants a chance to learn more about career and part-time opportunities.

Staff will be on-site to assist applicants from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

The job fair is part of the U.S. Postal Service’s 10-year plan, “Delivering for America” to build a more stable and empowered workforce.

Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers. The Careers page is updated frequently. Interested candidates are encouraged to check frequently.

Hiring for all positions:

City Carrier Assistant: $19.33 per hour paid bi-weekly.
Delivers and collects mail on foot or by vehicle under varying road and weather conditions in a prescribed area; maintains professional and effective public relations with customers and others, requiring a general familiarity with postal laws, regulations, products and procedures commonly used, and geography of the area.

Rural Carrier Associate: $19.94 per hour paid bi-weekly.
Cases, delivers, and collects mail along a prescribed rural route using a vehicle; provides customers on the route with a variety of services.

Postal Support Employee: $20.05 per hour paid bi-weekly.
Performs distribution and a variety of sales and customer support services for products. Maintains pleasant and effective public relations with customers and others requiring a general familiarity with postal laws, regulations, and procedures commonly used.

Our employees are our greatest asset, and we are investing in our new employees by providing robust training and on-the-job support. The Postal Service offers competitive wages and benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

Accepting a position with the United States Postal Service is the first step to starting a long, fulfilling career with a dynamic, forward-thinking organization committed to delivering for the American people. Whether you are seeking seasonal, part-time, or a full-time opportunity, we want you to be a part of our proud tradition of service.

Applicants must be 18 years of age and be able to pass drug screening and a criminal background investigation. Applicants must be available to work weekends and holidays (may vary based on position). See the job posting for full details for duties, responsibilities, requirements and benefits information.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations.

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