Mailroom Assistant

Simpson College is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time mailroom assistant. This is a 10-month position, working approximately 5 hours a day.

Principal Duties Assist the Mailroom Supervisor in the operation of the campus mailroom. This includes, but not limited to, daily pick-up of mail from the Indianola U.S. Post Office, sort mail and packages to student and administrative mailboxes, deliver/pick-up mail to/from campus offices, oversee daily operations in absence of the mailroom supervisor, and provide outstanding customer service. This position will work with/mentor student staff members daily. Other duties will be assigned by the supervisor as needed.

Qualifications include, but are not limited to,

• Interpersonal skills requiring ordinary courtesy and tact.
• Work independently with general direction from the mailroom supervisor.
• Stand for various lengths of time and walk the mail route.
• Lift and carry 50lbs while walking up and down stairs.
• Use of hands, arms, and back in lifting, bending, and standing.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive mail delivery van.
• Operate mailroom equipment.
• Knowledge of computers using PC based software such as Excel and Word.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, name and contact information for three references, Interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Employment will require a criminal background check, which may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.