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We offer a variety of challenging and rewarding opportunities nationwide with over 2,000 job functions that provide room for growth and promotion. The positions listed are recruited the most and so are the best opportunities for employment with USPS right now. Openings will continue to be announced on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Job briefs

Accounting & finance

  • Accountant: Supports the analysis, preparation and financial reporting process in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Financial Analyst: Conducts comprehensive financial reviews and studies to analyze, evaluate and report on financial results, trends and implications
  • Purchasing Specialist: Solicits, negotiates, administers and settles contracts and purchases for services, supplies and equipment including informal purchases.
  • Purchasing & Supply Management Specialist: Analyzes and monitors the Postal Service's usage of products and services in order to engage contracted services and equipment in alignment with established supplier management criteria.

Corporate Communications

  • Creative Producer/Director: Independently produces, directs and creates presentation, instructional, promotional and other video and visual media products to communicate the goals and objectives of the Postal Service as it relates to employees and customers.
  • Graphic Designer: Creates and edits graphic designs for flyers, programs, publications, forms, posters and visual presentation materials for Postal Service events, products and internal organizations. Ensures designs communicate a corporate image consistent with Postal Service goals and policies.

Delivery

  • City Carrier / City Carrier Assistant: Delivers and collects mail on foot or by vehicle under varying road and weather conditions in an assigned area.
  • Rural Carrier / Rural Carrier Associate: Cases, delivers and collects mail along a rural route using a vehicle. Provides customers on the route with a variety of services.

Drivers

  • Tractor Trailer Operator: Operates a heavy-duty tractor-trailer either in over-the-road, city shuttle service, or trailer spotting operations.
  • Motor Vehicle Operator: Operates a mail truck on a regularly scheduled route to pick up and transport mail in bulk.

Engineering

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  • Industrial Engineer: Oversees and applies nationwide industrial engineering, standardization and improvement standards of mail processing operations. Works to improve service and cost performance.

HR

  • HR Analytics Specialist: Leverages data analytics tools and advanced business information (BI) tools to implement actionable enhancements to HR processes and initiatives.
  • Industrial Psychologist: Leads job analysis studies and restructure projects to develop and refresh job descriptions, competency models and related materials.
  • Succession Planning Specialist: Develops, implements and maintains corporate succession planning programs, policies and processes to ensure a diverse, qualified talent pool meet future leadership needs of the organization.
  • Talent Management Specialist: Facilitates the development, implementation and maintenance of talent management and leadership development programs, policies and processes to meet the current and future workforce needs of the organization.

Information Technology (IT)

  • Cloud Architect: Manages work for specific Information Technology (IT) that forms the foundation of the enterprise-wide Cloud Architecture. Develops cloud-based architectures to meet requirement of new and existing applications and services.
  • Data Analyst: Contributes to headquarters intelligence development, investigative analyses, and audit activities.
  • Forensic Computer Analyst: Conducts forensic analyses of digital and other multimedia evidence in support of criminal and administrative investigations.
  • Threat Operations Specialist: Oversees defensive measures and information collected from a variety of sources to prevent and respond to cyber security threats and events that occur within the network.

Inspection Service

  • Forensic Analyst: Conducts forensic analyses on evidence utilizing scientific methodologies, forensic techniques and quality assurance practices. Assists inspectors, law enforcement representatives and prosecutors in matters related to forensic examinations.
  • Forensic Document Examiner: Conducts forensic document examinations through the application of scientific practices for the recognition, collection, analysis, and interpretation of physical evidence for criminal and civil law or regulatory purposes.
  • Forensic Latent Print Analyst: Conducts forensic analyses to develop and identify latent prints (fingerprints) utilizing scientific methodologies in support of criminal and administrative investigations.

Legal

  • Attorney: Provides representation and advice to Postal Service officials involving the interpretation of statues, regulations, contracts, and precedents. Presents cases before administrative bodies and federal courts in the general law practice areas.

Mechanics

  • Automotive Mechanic: Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and performs routine repairs and scheduled maintenance on all types of motor vehicles used in the postal fleet.
  • Automotive Technician: Performs routine and complex repairs and maintenance on all types of motor vehicles used in the postal fleet. Troubleshoots and diagnoses more complex vehicle malfunctions using a variety of computerized test equipment.
  • Lead Automotive Tech: Serve as a leader for lower-level technicians and mechanics in a vehicle maintenance facility. Personally perform the most complex repairs and maintenance on all types of motor vehicles used in the postal fleet.

Sales

  • : Performs distribution and a variety of sales and customer support services for products. Maintains pleasant and effective public relations with customers and others requiring a general familiarity with commonly used postal laws, regulations, and procedures.

Sorting and handling

  • Mail Handler Assistant: Loads, unloads and moves bulk mail and performs other duties related to mail processing.
  • PSE Mail Processing Clerk: Performs a variety of clerk duties required to process mail using automated mail processing equipment or manual methods of sortation and distribution.

Support staff

  • Custodian: Performs manual labor duties in connection with custody of an office or building.

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FAQs

Why won t USPS hire me? ›

An applicant found ineligible in any one factor — age, Selective Service System registration, driving record, qualifying test, driver's license review, drug screening, or English competence — is notified in writing that he or she is ineligible.

Why do you have to pay $89 to apply for USPS? ›

Both the application and any exams are free – if you see any websites that are charging a fee they are not legitimate and should be reported to the United States Postal Inspection Service.

Why do you want to work for USPS answers? ›

Why the US Postal Service? “I am looking for long-term employment with a company that will enable me to put my skills to good use whilst also working alongside a team of people who are all striving to achieve the same goal. Of course, the working conditions and the salary are both attractive.

What score do you need to get hired at USPS? ›

You must score at least 70% to pass the VEA. If you do not pass the VEA, then you cannot be considered for the position (or any other positions in that job group) and you will not be able to retake that version of the VEA for one year.

Is there a shortage of postal workers? ›

An audit by the Office of the Inspector General last year found the U.S. Postal Service lost almost 60% of its non-career employees in 2022.

How long does it usually take for USPS to hire you? ›

It usually takes two to four weeks to get hired at USPS, but in some cases, the process can take even longer if there are issues with the background checks or a low number of available positions. If you are really interested in a position with USPS, it is important to be patient and persevering.

How much does the Post Office exam cost? ›

The U.S. Postal Service® does not charge for employment information, submitting an application, or taking exams. See FAQ on How to report fraud for more information.

Do you have to pay for USPS uniforms? ›

Certain employees must wear prescribed uniforms in performing their duties. These employees are entitled to the following: A uniform allowance to purchase authorized uniform items; or. To be provided uniforms that meet Postal Service specifications.

Is USPS a federal job? ›

USPS positions are not traditional federal jobs since the USPS is not a federal agency (it is considered a quasi-government agency). There are more than 30,000 USPS facilitate across the country, 500,000+ employees, and good benefits such as health insurance, good pay, and a pension plan.

Is a USPS interview hard? ›

Postal interview questions are typically straightforward and primarily focus on specific scenarios you might face on the job. Consider the potential challenges your local geography and weather conditions present to the role and prepare for questions relating to them.

How to answer the question "What makes you qualified for this position?"? ›

Focus on factual statements about your experience and skills, and how they apply to the job requirements. Use phrases like "I've successfully managed..." or "My experience in... has prepared me for..." and always back up your claims with concrete examples or results from your past work.

What to say when asked why do you want this job? ›

'I see the role as a way of developing my career in a forward-thinking/well-established company/industry as…' 'I feel I will succeed in the role because I have experience in/softs skills that demonstrate/ I've taken this course…' 'I believe my skills are well-suited to this job because…”

What would disqualify you from a USPS job? ›

The applicant or potential driving employee with any conviction for a driving offense within the past 5 years involving the use of drugs, alcohol, or controlled substances is disqualified.

How hard is the USPS exam? ›

With a failure rate between 80% and 90%, you'll want to study as much as you possibly can for the postal exam. Create a studying schedule well in advance and stick to it all the way until the day before your exam.

How many people fail the postal exam? ›

Only 10-20% of applicants pass the exam's passing grade of 70% and go on to receive a job offer. Failing the Postal Exam isn't just a matter of not getting that one job and being able to apply for other USPS positions.

What makes you ineligible for rehire at USPS? ›

An individual who previously served in only excepted service and/or SES appointment(s) in other federal entities is ineligible for reinstatement to a career position in the Postal Service.

What does the USPS background check consist of? ›

Employment history (except postal employment) for the last 5 years. Criminal conviction history in locations where the employee resided, worked, and went to school within the past 5 years. Education verification. References.

Will USPS hire me if I've been fired? ›

You will not be automatically disqualified. The Postal Service™ individually evaluates each candidate's employment history, paying close attention to a candidate's reasons given for leaving a job, being fired from a job, or for quitting in lieu of being fired.

Why is USPS short of employees? ›

In a competitive labor market, Dimondstein said USPS employees — especially non-career employees — are leaving the agency for similar-paying jobs with better hours and conditions. “If you have those kinds of opportunities — maybe you don't have to work nights, maybe you don't have to work weekends.

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