Mailing Specialist

Why Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.ResponsibilitiesSets up, operates, and troubleshoots mail machines that weigh mail pieces, seal envelopes, and apply appropriate postage. Prints USPS postage imprint on various sized mail pieces (letters, flats, parcels) of outgoing mail. Prepares incoming and outgoing mail for further sorting and distribution. Manually sorts incoming mail and periodicals to various Mayo Clinic buildings, departments, and delivery points. Packs incoming and intra-clinic mail into bags and/or totes for daily delivery (by General Service) to nearly 600 mail stops. Acquires and maintains knowledge of USPS rules and processes related to the preparation and delivery of mail. Utilizes Mayo and Mail Center equipment and software programs for internal operations. Responsible for the proper postal preparation of mail for delivery to the USPS. May be an assistant to the Sr. Mail Specialists (Sorter Operators) on the automated mail-sorting machine, acting as the “sweeper” employee who empties sorted mail from bins, ensures mail pieces are barcoded, places in the proper mail trays, prints labels, and prepares trays and pallets for delivery to the USPS. Performs maintenance, cleaning, and money transfers of postage metering machines as needed.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required. One year previous experience in a mail and document processing environment or similar required. Proficiency at understanding oral instructions, reading, math, and computer skills required. Ability to set priorities, meets deadlines, solve problems, and simultaneously manage multiple tasks. Ability to lift/move up to 75 pounds and also stand/walk for up to eight hours or more per shift. Train and mentor other mail-processing employees. Strong attention to detail is required. Work in a fast-paced environment subject to numerous deadlines, schedule changes, and shifting duties and priorities. Work in an area which often has moderate to loud noise levels from machines.Exemption StatusNonexemptCompensation Detail$18.51 - $24.06/ hourBenefits EligibleYesScheduleFull TimeHours/Pay Period80Schedule DetailsMonday-Friday, hours vary from 7am-4pm.Weekend ScheduleN/AInternational AssignmentNoSite DescriptionJust as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity EmployerAs an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.RecruiterIbby GustamanteEqual opportunityAs an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.