PATCHOGUE, NY — On July 27 and 28, the Patchogue Post Office (170 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY 11772) is offering extra support for those interested in a postal career.

Between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Post Office experts will be available to assist applicants, answer any questions and guide them through the process.

The two-day job fair aims to fill immediate openings for city carrier assistants, rural carrier associates and assistant rural carriers. Starting salary for city carrier assistants is $18.92 per hour. Rural carrier associates and assistant rural carriers start at $19.06 per hour.

Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers. Applicants can enter the keyword “Patchogue”. The Careers page is updated frequently. Interested candidates are encouraged to check frequently.

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.

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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