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EXPRESS ML TECH (P7-07)
OCCUPATION CODE: 2340-82XX
BARGAINING UNIT QUALIFICATION STANDARD
2340p
(2340-82XX)
 
EXPRESS MAIL TECHNICIAN
 
DOCUMENT DATE: January 20, 1999
 
FUNCTION:
 
Provides clerical support in the Express Mail Service administrative office, utilizing expert and comprehensive knowledge, to assist in the technical aspects of maintaining the overall program.
 
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
 
See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given above.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
This section is composed of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) which are required to satisfactorily perform the tasks of the position. Applicants must demonstrate that they possess a sufficient level of each KSA, to include at least minimum competency for senior-qualified positions to enable them to perform these tasks satisfactorily. Applicants demonstrate these levels by describing examples of experience, education, or training, any of which may be non-postal. Ratings are based on the demonstration of the level of possession of each of the KSAs. Failure to demonstrate any KSA is disqualifying.
 
Knowledge of mail processing, distribution, and dispatch operations.
 
Knowledge of claim and merchandise insurance procedures and form processing.
 
Knowledge of postal regulations and procedures governing the use of the mails.
 
Ability to work cooperatively and interact positively with customers and co-workers, exercising courtesy, discretion, and self-control.
 
Ability to communicate orally sufficient to express spoken ideas or facts clearly and logically when answering questions, giving directions, and providing information.
 
Ability to organize and arrange a stockroom.
 
EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
 
Applicants must demonstrate clerical and verbal abilities. These must be demonstrated by successful completion of Postal Service Test 710.
 
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to key data on a computer terminal at a rate of 25 correct lines within five minutes. This must be demonstrated by successful completion of Postal Service Test 714 at the low standard.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 
Applicants must be physically able to perform efficiently the duties of the position.
 
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:
 
Applicants must have a valid state driver's license, and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. Applicants must pass the Postal Service road test to show the ability to safely drive a vehicle of the type used on the job.
 


Doc Date: 05/23/2011   Occ Code: 2340-82XX