Postal Service Clerks

Tasks Include:

• Keep money drawers in order, and record and balance daily transactions.
• Weigh letters and parcels; compute mailing costs based on type, weight, and destination; and affix correct postage.
• Obtain signatures from recipients of registered or special delivery mail.
• Register, certify, and insure letters and parcels.
• Sell and collect payment for products such as stamps, prepaid mail envelopes, and money orders.
• Check mail in order to ensure correct postage and that packages and letters are in proper condition for mailing.
• Answer questions regarding mail regulations and procedures, postage rates, and post office boxes.
• Complete forms regarding changes of address, or theft or loss of mail, or for special services such as registered or priority mail.
• Provide assistance to the public in complying with federal regulations of Postal Service and other federal agencies.
• Sort incoming and outgoing mail, according to type and destination, by hand or by operating electronic mail-sorting and scanning devices.

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