NEW YORK — The Postal Service is gearing up for another busy holiday season and are looking to fill almost 700 positions in Long Island and Queens. To assist in the application process, Post Offices throughout the area are hosting job fairs.

Positions with immediate availability are city carrier assistant, holiday city carrier assistant, holiday clerk assistant, postal support employee and mail handler assistant.

Work opportunities range from seasonal jobs to positions with possible permanent appointment and a lifelong career.

Applicants can start the process by visiting usps.com/careers or come to any of the following job fair locations for assistance:

Queens, NY

• Oct. 13, Floral Park Post Office, 35 Tulip Ave Floral Park, NY 11001, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Oct. 13, Long Island City Main Post Office, 4602 21 St.
  Long Island City, NY 11101, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Oct. 14, Long Island City Main Post Office, 4602 21 St.
  Long Island City, NY 11101, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Oct. 14, Rochdale Village Post Office, 165100 Baisley Blvd.
  Jamaica, NY 11434,10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Oct. 20, Flushing Main Post Office, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Oct. 21, Flushing Main Post Office, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Oct. 22, Jamaica Main Post Office, 8840 164 St., Jamaica, NY 11432, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Long Island, NY

• Oct. 15, Roosevelt Field Mall, 630 Old Country Rd., Garden City, NY 11530, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Oct. 16, Roosevelt Field Mall, 630 Old Country Rd., Garden City, NY 11530, noon to 4 p.m.
• Oct. 18 to Oct. 22, Lindenhurst Post Office, 65 E. Hoffman Ave. Lindenhurst, NY 11757, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Oct. 19, Riverhead Post Office, 1210 W. Main St. Riverhead, NY 11901, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Oct. 26 & 28, Hicksville Post Office, 185 W John St, Hicksville, NY 11801, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Oct. 29, Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, NY, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Oct. 30, Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, NY, noon to 4 p.m.
• Nov. 9, Riverhead Post Office, 1210 W. Main St. Riverhead, NY 11901, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Nov. 16, Riverhead Post Office, 1210 W. Main St. Riverhead, NY 11901, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

To assist potential applicants, USPS personnel will be on-site to provide detailed information about the positions and answer questions.

Starting pay ranges from $16.87 to $18.69 per hour. Pay is bi-weekly.

Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers. 

The United States Postal Service is consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America.  We have, for over 245 years, delivered information, connected families and friends, and powered the engines of commerce and industry. The Postal Service is preparing now for another busy holiday season, as online shopping and shipping continue to increase and package growth expands. 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 through the holidays and beyond.

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.

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. See the job posting for full details for duties, responsibilities, requirements and benefits information. Job postings are updated frequently, so check back often for additional opportunities.

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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