Dec. 30, 2022

U.S. Postal Service Job Fair to Promote Southern Mississippi Employment Opportunities

Postal Team

Bay St. Louis, MS — If you’re seeking employment in southern Mississippi, you’ll want to mark Thursday, January 5, on your calendar. The U.S. Postal Service will be hosting a job fair at the Bay St. Louis Post Office at 1200 Highway 90, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520 from 9 am to 1 pm.

In addition to Bay St. Louis, the U.S. Postal Service will be hiring for delivery and retail positions in Biloxi, Gulfport, Long Beach, Moss Point, Ocean Springs, Pass Christian, and Saucier.

As part of its 10-year plan, “Delivering for America,” the U.S. Postal Service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce. Employees are its greatest asset, and the organization is investing in new employees by providing robust training and on-the-job support.

The U.S. Postal Service offers competitive wages and benefits, and career advancement opportunities.
Accepting a position with the 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.

Interested applicants may learn more about the following employment opportunities at the job fair:

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC)
Salary: $19.50 per hour
This employee will deliver and collect packages along routes in rural 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 transportation. As an ARC, you may opt to 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.

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)
Salary: $19.50 per hour
In this role, you will deliver and collect packages along routes in rural areas during weekdays, weekends, and holidays. You also will 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 who enjoy staying active and working independently outdoors with occasional customer service interactions.

City Carrier Assistant (CCA)
Salary: $18.92 per hour
As a City Carrier Assistant (CCA), you will deliver and collect mail on foot or by vehicle in a city area. You also will maintain good relations with customers and will have a general familiarity with postal laws, regulations, and products for your area. A CCA will provide a critical service to their community by ensuring mail delivery during weekdays, weekends, and holidays with opportunities for career promotion. A CCA may be eligible for certain benefits, including paid leave and health insurance. If you enjoy being active and interacting with customers, this position is ideal.

Postal Support Employee (PSE) Sales and Services/Distribution Associate (SSDA)
Salary: $19.62 per hour 
A successful applicant will perform a variety of sales and customer support services. This job primarily involves providing services to customers at the retail counter at the Post Office. Benefits may include paid vacation leave and health insurance. If you enjoy working regularly with the public, this position may be an excellent fit for you.

Individuals who are interested in postal employment are encouraged to check usps.com/careers for updated job postings.

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