St. Joseph, MO — The United States Postal Service is consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America.  For over 245 years, we have delivered information, connected families and friends, and powered the engines of commerce and industry. Right now, we are looking for committed and motivated individuals to join us in our mission of service to your local community and the nation.

As part of our innovative and bold 10-year plan, Delivering for America, the Postal Service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce.  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.

Eastside Station

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) $20.38/hour
Postal Support Employee (PSE) $20.48 Hour

Eastside Post Office
3906 Oakland Ave
St. Joseph, MO 64506
Friday, May 16, 2025
10:00am-1:00pm

City Carrier Assistant (CCA)

In this role you deliver and collect mail on foot or by vehicle in a city area. You also maintain good relations with customers and have a general familiarity with postal laws, regulations, and products for your area. As a CCA you provide a critical service to your community by ensuring mail delivery during weekdays, weekends and holidays with opportunities for career promotion. CCAs may be eligible for certain benefits including paid leave and health insurance. This position is ideal for candidates that enjoy staying active outdoors with occasional customer service interactions.

Job duties include:

• Sort, lift and push moderate to heavy loads of mail and packages to prepare for delivery
• Deliver mail along your assigned route
• Pick up or collect mail from customers
• Collect postage due for charge on delivery or other services
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather: rain, snow, cold and heat

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)

In this role you deliver and collect packages along routes in rural areas during weekdays, weekends and holidays. You also provide a variety of services to customers along your assigned route. You may be required to use a personal vehicle if a postal vehicle is not provided. As an RCA you may be eligible to receive health benefits and promotion to a career opportunity. This position is ideal for candidates that enjoy staying active and working independently outdoors with occasional customer service interactions.

Job duties include:

• Sort, lift and push moderate to heavy loads of mail and packages to prepare for delivery
• Deliver mail along your assigned route
• Pick up or collect mail from customers
• Sell stamps, stamped paper and money orders or other services
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather: rain, snow, cold and heat

PSE Sales & Services/Distribution Associate

In this role you will perform a variety of sales and customer support services. The job primarily involves providing services to customers over the counter at postal branches. Benefits may include paid vacation leave and health insurance. If you enjoy working regularly with the public to serve your community this may be an excellent fit for you.

Job duties include:

• Greet and interact with customers, offer assistance with products, sales and promotions, and provide a good customer experience
• Handle and process customer purchases and returns of products and services
• Perform passport duties
• Maintain appearance of retail lobby by setting up and arranging displays that are presentable to customers
• Prolonged standing while interacting with customers

The United States Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer offering a fast-paced, rewarding work environment with competitive compensation packages, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement.

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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