Postal Assistant : Green Rock Correctional Center #00085

Postal Assistant : Green Rock Correctional Center #00085

Title : Postal Assistant : Green Rock Correctional Center #00085

State Role Title : Admin and Office Spec II

Hiring Range : $34,087.00 - $44,159.00

Pay Band : 2

Agency : Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location : Green Rock Correctional Center

Job Duties

Processes all mail, both internally and externally, for staff and inmates. Receives and inspects all incoming and outgoing inmate mail for contraband. Receives and distributes departmental mail on a daily basis in compliance with applicable federal, state and departmental regulations and procedures. Develops, updates, and maintains all related documentation and reports. Assists Operations Department with maintaining ACA standards and required documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

Working knowledge of basic office practices and procedures. Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word and Excel. Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and apply written policies and procedures. Ability to organize and complete work assignments with minimal guidance from others. Ability to interpret, understand, and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Must be able to lift bags and bulk packages weighing up to 35 pounds, place and retrieve documents / packages from shelves approximately six feet high. Must be able to push a wheeled carrier with mailbags and packages not exceeding 50 pounds. Must also be able to stand, walk and sit for extended times and distances.

Additional Considerations

Previous working experience keeping records. Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and apply written policies and procedures. Some knowledge of corrections. Skill in working with postal equipment and / or mail sorting systems.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following : Background Investigation Requirements : All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position. Drug Testing Requirements : Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others. Application Requirements : Application and / or rsum for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11 : 55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and / or rsums will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and / or rsum. Layoff Preferences : Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and / or rsum. VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information : Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name : Human Resources

Phone : 434-433-3370

Email : EMAILED APPLICATIONS / RSUMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION