Central Receiving Assistant - Part-Time - DALTON STATE COLLEGE : Job Details

About Us

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a diverse, caring community serving nearly 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. More than half of our students are first-generation college students, and more than one-third of our students identify as Hispanic/Latino. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked number one in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2020 as one of 79 Great Colleges to Work For by ModernThink.

Job Summary

This position provides support for the college's mail, central receiving and inventory control functions.This is a part time position 20 hours per week. This is a partially benefited position.

A complete application must include 1) Resume 2) Cover letter

Minimum hourly rate:$12.69

We offer:

Retirement option: Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS)

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Responsibilities

Sorts and processes incoming mail - 40%

* Sorts, identifies, and delivers mail to college departments.

Receives and logs packages - 25%

* Receives, checks-in, and logs packages in software system.

Prepares outgoing mail - 15%

* Ensures that outgoing mail has proper postage.

* Ensures mail is processed and posted in a timely manner.

* Operates and maintains postage meter.

Performs a variety of related duties - 20%

* Unloads, stores, and distributes large equipment using forklifts and heavy equipment handlers.

* Moves and stores campus, classroom, and office furniture.

* Assists in setting up for special events when needed.

* Assists in managing inventoried items.

* Stores documents for shredding.

* Maintains vehicles and equipment.

* Assists with surplus pick up.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

* High school diploma or equivalent required.

Other Required Qualifications

* Less than one year of related experience required.

* Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume

Cover letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

* Knowledge of United States Postal Service regulations.

* Knowledge of forklift operation principles.

* Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

SKILLS

* Skill in decision making and problem solving.

* Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

* Skill in oral and written communication.

Contact Information

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USG Core Values

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Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Dalton State College, as determined by Dalton State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.