ALABAMA/MISSISSIPPI — The U.S. Postal Service is looking to add members to its family to deliver mail and packages in rural areas throughout Alabama and Mississippi.

If you’re seeking employment in a fast-paced, rewarding work environment with competitive compensation packages, on-the-job training, and advancement opportunities, be sure to attend one of 37 upcoming career fairs scheduled Thursday, August 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Career fairs are part of the U.S. Postal Service’s 10-year plan, “Delivering for America.” Local Postmasters and management team members will be onsite to share information about employment opportunities and to assist with the online application process.

Currently, Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) and Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) positions are available in 118 cities. 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.

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.

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.

Following are upcoming career fairs:

ALABAMA
Alabaster Post Office
50 Kent Stone WAY
Alabaster AL 35007
(Hiring for Alabaster, Calera, Chelsea, Clanton, Columbiana, Helena, Pelham)

Andalusia Post Office
520 E Three Notch ST
Andalusia AL 36420
(Hiring for Andalusia, Elba, Samson)

Anniston Post Office
1101 Quintard AVE
Anniston AL 36201
(Hiring for Anniston, Heflin, Lincoln, Odenville, Pell City, Talladega)

Athens Post Office
1110 W Market ST
Athens AL 35611
(Hiring for Athens)

Auburn Post Office
300 Opelika RD
Auburn AL 36830
(Hiring for Auburn, Dadeville, Opelika)

Meadowbrook Post Office
1900 Corporate DR
Birmingham AL 35242
(Hiring for Birmingham)

Cullman Post Office
500 Main AVE SW
Cullman AL 35055
(Hiring for Cullman, Hanceville, Hayden)

Decatur Post Office
400 Well St NE
Decatur AL 35601
(Hiring for Danville, Decatur, Hartselle, Somerville)

Dothan Main Post Office
379 N Oates ST
Dothan AL 36302
(Hiring for Ashford, Cottonwood, Dothan, Enterprise, Geneva)

Fairhope Post Office
509 Fairhope AVE
Fairhope AL 36532
(Hiring for Bay Minette, Daphne, Elberta, Fairhope, Robertsdale, Semmes, Theodore)

Florence Post Office
210 N Seminary ST
Florence AL 35630
(Hiring for Florence)

Gadsden Post Office
700 Chestnut ST
Gadsden AL 35901
(Hiring for Albertville, Ashville, Attalla, Boaz, Gadsden, Weaver)

Wynn Drive Post Office
645 Wynn DR NW
Huntsville AL 35816
(Hiring for Huntsville)

Jasper Post Office
2101 3rd AVE
Jasper AL 35501
(Hiring for Empire, Jasper, Sumiton)

Madison Post Office
56 Hughes RD
Madison AL 35758
(Hiring for Madison)

Mobile Main Post Office
250 Saint Joseph ST
Mobile AL 36601
(Hiring for Mobile, Wilmer)

Montgomery Main Post Office
6701 Winton Blount BLVD
Montgomery AL 36119
(Hiring for Eclectic, Montgomery, Pike Road, Union Springs)

Northport Post Office
4200 McFarland BLVD
Northport AL 35476
(Hiring for Brookwood, Cottondale, Northport)

Phenix City Post Office
1310 9th AVE
Phenix City AL 36867
(Hiring for Phenix City)

Pinson Post Office
6670 AL-75
Pinson AL 35126
(Hiring for Altoona, Pinson, Springville, Trussville, Warrior)

Prattville Post Office
502 Greystone WAY
Prattville AL 36066
(Hiring for Deatsville, Hope Hull, Prattville, Tallassee)

Scottsboro Post Office
101 S Market ST
Scottsboro AL 35768
(Hiring for Fort Payne, Scottsboro)

Selma Post Office
1301 Alabama AVE
Selma AL 36703
(Hiring for Camden, Selma)

Tuscaloosa Post Office
1313 22nd AVE
Tuscaloosa AL 35401
(Hiring for Tuscaloosa)

Union Springs Post Office
108 Hardaway AVE E
Union Springs AL 36089
(Hiring for Union Springs)

Wetumpka Post Office
216 W Fort Toulouse RD
Wetumpka AL 36093
(Hiring for Wetumpka)

Woodstock Post Office
28770 Highway 5
Woodstock AL 35188
(Hiring for McCalla, Moundville, Woodstock)

MISSISSIPPI
Brandon Reservoir Post Office
610 Grants Ferry RD
Brandon MS 39047
(Hiring for Brandon, Flora, Forest, Madison)

Greenville Post Office
305 Main ST STE 154
Greenville MS 38701
(Hiring for Greenville)

Gulfport Post Office
11110 Hwy 49 N
Gulfport MS 39503
(Hiring for Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, Gulfport, Ocean Springs, Saucier, Wiggins)

Hattiesburg Post Office
220 S 40th AVE
Hattiesburg MS 39402
(Hiring for Ellisville, Hattiesburg, Laurel, Purvis, Tyler Town)

Jackson Post Office
401 E South ST
Jackson MS 39201
(Hiring for Canton, Clinton, Florence, Jackson, Terry)

Meridian Post Office
2100 9th ST
Meridian MS 39301
(Hiring for Bay Springs, Louisville, Meridian, Philadelphia, Quitman, Union)

Olive Branch Post Office
8850 Midsouth DR
Olive Branch MS 38654
(Hiring for Coldwater, Hernando, Ida B Wells, Holly Springs, and Olive Branch)

Oxford Post Office
401 McElroy DR
Oxford MS 38655
(Hiring for New Albany, Oxford, Pontotoc, Water Valley)

Picayune Post Office
120 Highway 11 N
Picayune MS 39466
(Hiring for Lucedale, Picayune)

Vicksburg Post Office
3415 Pemberton Square BLVD
Vicksburg MS 39180
(Hiring for Vicksburg)

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