Job Description
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!
Assists staff with handling all incoming and outgoing mail from Post Office, county offices and the public.
Provides support to Mail Center Supervisor as needed.
Processes numerous accountable pieces of mail requiring extra handling such as express, registered, certified, etc.
Packages, seals, weights and posts various correspondence that varies in size and weight.
Assists in scheduling of additional services, such as copying, folding, tabbing, stuffing and labeling envelopes and shredding materials for county departments.
Provides information not commonly known to customers regarding the venues of sending correspondence.
Assists, enters, and maintains data needed by Supervisor for reports and budgeting.
Keeps records of all trackable data for future reference.
Assists county personnel and public with questions regarding mail and shipping.
Provides customer service on phone and in person regarding complaints regarding services.
Assists with payroll, accounts payable, ordering supplies, and collecting data for budget process as needed.
Participates in making daily mail runs to offsite facilities to retrieve and deliver mail.
Prepares Mail Clerk schedule for daily mail runs.
Assists with training of new Mail Clerks, especially mail runs.
Checks mail boxes and mail trays for errors throughout the day.
Creates outgoing courier labels online.
Daily use of Mail Center equipment and software.
Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma/GED.
3 years of Supervisory experience preferred.
1 year job related experience; mail room experience preferred.
Must have ability to type and create documents, spreadsheets, and notices.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to comprehend.
Possess organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
Interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with others.
The ability to execute department policy.
Valid Texas driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance.
Must take a defensive driving course every 3 years.
Availability to work on Saturday for Special Election mail.
STARTING SALARY RANGE:
$17.95 - $22.44 hourly based on qualifications
CLOSING DATE:
Upon filling position
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation. Fort Bend County
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Saturday,