To work in the mail center section within Supply Management Service, which is the central point for receiving, controlling, distributing and dispatching classified and unclassified mail originated by the Department of Veteran Affairs and other Federal Government Agencies.

Duties

Major Duties: Sorts incoming external and internal mail and delivers all United States Postal Service (U.S.P.S.) inter and intra departmental and agency letter and parcel mail. Presorts and processes all outgoing U.S.P.S. letter and parcel mail as well as determining the most expeditious manner of transport, including Federal Express, US Postal Service and overnight or priority. Assist in special pharmaceutical and mail surveys to determine turn-around time. Results are used for strategic planning and to assure compliance with JACHO. Makes delivery of registered, certified and insured mail to the U.S. Post Office, by motor vehicle, as required. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. Operates postal metering, weighing and manifesting equipment, which is computer assisted and provide monthly statistics for mailing reports to VACO. Knowledge of prescribed systems for governing the flow and control of communications, and/or the filing or storage and retrieval of records, and knowledge's of the organization and functions of the operating unit or units serviced. Monitor all mailing supplies such as meter tapes, inks, various envelopes and packaging, labels, printer paper and insures that the supervisor is aware of inventory status at all times. Operates the station facsimile equipment, processes and distributes publications, information bulletins, policy memorandums, etc. Analyze equipment malfunctions to ascertain the need for adjustments, supplies or repairs and will provide the appropriate actions to correct the malfunction, which may include calling for the trained contract service technician. Operates copy machines and duplication equipment. Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, such as those contained in the Domestic Mail Manual and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) mail handling regulations. Delivers correspondence and mail outside medical experts, doctor referrals, medical appointments and medical records to include members of the medical center staff and patients alike. Communicate effectively with all contacts to maintain the integrity, responsiveness and effectiveness of the Logistics Mail Management programs. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Mail Clerk/PD09435A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/24/2023. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: General Experience: You must have one year of general experience. Examples of general experience would typically include, but are not limited to: knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations and mail handling regulations; knowledge of administrative and professional subject matters in order to classify material, prepare file contents and route materials quickly and efficiently; AND knowledge of basic computer and typing skills to operate the agency's computer program applications for patient location computer based postal equipment, mailing reports and workload reports. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have 2 years above high school. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED). OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond 2 years above high school. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED). You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Technical Competence Technology Application Interpersonal Skills Customer Service Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Work requires long periods of standing, walking, bending, etc., or requires recurring lifting and carrying of packages, pouches, or bags of moderate weight and occasional lifting and carrying of heavier materials. As well as, periods of intermittent driving or sitting in a motor vehicle. Work is normally performed in an office type setting with occasional outdoor and motor vehicle activity. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Education

A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

NOTE: If your school has changed names, or is no longer in existence, you must provide this information in your application.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Dallas VA Medical Center 4500 South Lancaster Road Dallas, TX 75216 US
• Name: VISN 17 SSU USAS Group
• Email: [email protected]