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Iowa State University Manager of Postal and Parcel Services in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Manager of Postal and Parcel Services
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:Experience managing, leading, and evaluating personnel
Strong understanding of federal and international laws and regulations related to mail and parcel services
Experience with mail metering and billing systems
Experience managing budgets
Job Description:
The Logistics and Support Services department at Iowa State University is seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Manager of Postal and Parcel Services (classified as Manager Postal and Parcel). Postal and Parcel Services provides inbound and outbound delivery and metering services for USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL. This position manages all aspects of the Postal and Parcel Services operations to ensure operational efficiency, customer service, fiscal responsibility, and compliance with state, federal, and international regulations.
Example of duties:
Supervise postal and parcel staff: Directly manage a team of postal and parcel employees, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation, to ensure efficient and effective operation of the unit.
Manage and oversee the operations of the postal and parcel unit for the university: This includes coordinating daily activities, ensuring timely processing and delivery of mail and packages, managing postal metering systems, and maintaining a high level of service quality.
Manage departmental budgets and billing: Responsible for budget planning, rate setting, tracking expenditures, and ensuring financial resources are allocated effectively to support postal and parcel operations.
Oversee equipment and facilities: Ensure that postal and parcel facilities, software and hardware, and vehicles are well-maintained, equipped with necessary tools and resources, and compliant with safety and regulatory standards.
Provide training as needed: Develop training programs and materials to educate postal and parcel staff on job responsibilities, safety procedures, and customer service standards.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.Level Guidelines• Aware of key annual objectives of department or work unit• Understands linkage between daily activities and achievement of annual objectives of department/work unit and explains to direct reports• Focus on ISU’s mission and meeting department or work unit goals• Supervises a small department or work team• Often is a working supervisor with direct, previous experience performing work of those supervised• Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel; may share part of responsibility with higher level management• Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope per policy
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS807
Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
Original Posting Date: May 7, 2024
Posting Close Date:May 19, 2024
Job Requisition Number:R14648
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.