OLIVE BRANCH, MS — If you’re seeking employment with a great organization, look no further than the U.S. Postal Service.

On Wednesday, June 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., job seekers will have an opportunity to meet with local postal leaders to learn about available delivery positions in Byhalia, Hernando, Holly Springs, Nesbit, Olive Branch, and Walls, MS. The job fair will be at the Olive Branch Post Office at 8859 Midsouth Drive, Olive Branch, MS 38654.

“The U.S. Postal Service, consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America, is a great place to work. We offer a generous salary and benefits, and job security,” said Alabama-Mississippi District Manager June Martindale. “Job fairs help us build a more stable and empowered workforce.”

Available delivery positions include Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) and Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC), each at $19.94 per hour. Below are job descriptions:

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) - An RCA will have a continuous, part-time job. This on-call position could be ideal if one is retired, self-employed, an at-home parent, an educator, night student, or if employed on an evening shift schedule. An RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas. This employee  is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail, working part-time when regular carriers have scheduled days off or vacation days. An RCA also sells stamps, supplies, and money orders. An applicant must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. A personal vehicle 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) - Scheduled as needed, an ARC delivers packages on Sunday and observed holidays, and on Saturday, may sort, deliver, and collect mail and packages along a designated rural route. This pre-career position requires the use of a personal vehicle.

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 like a 401(k),  and vacation time and sick leave.

“We are committed to our workforce, beginning with great job opportunities for new employees, and continued career advancement,” Martindale said. “Training programs including entry-level functional job-related training, technical hands-on learning, new supervisor training, and management-to-executive level development.”

Take the first step into your future by attending this job fair and/or learn about employment opportunities in your area at usps.com/careers.

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