General Clerk I - Service Source : Job Details
General Clerk I
Service SourceJob Location : Washington,DC, USA
Make an impact by joining the ServiceSource team where our mission is serving individuals with disabilities. Explore new opportunities! ServiceSource is an organization of talented men and women who drive innovation, embrace change, and serve humanity.
Pay rate: $18.31 hourly
Job Summary
This position follows clearly detailed specific procedures in completing several repetitive clerical steps performed in a prescribed or slightly varied sequence, such as coding and filing documents in an extensive alphabetical file; could involve simple posting to individual accounts, opening mail, calculating and posting charges to departmental accounts, operating basic office equipment, e.g., photocopier, facsimile, multi-line phone/voicemail systems, mailing machines, and minimal computer programs. Little or no subject-matter knowledge is required, but the clerk uses his or her own judgment in choosing the proper procedure for each task.
Primary Duties
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. These duties and responsibilities will be rated on the Annual Performance Review. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Transfer mail tubs from loading docks to mail room in the morning and mailroom to dock in the afternoon (if needed).
* Sort and bundle mail for distribution. Research mail not properly addressed or properly coded.
* Research mail not properly addressed or properly coded
* Remove trash and keep work area clean and organized
* Process and prepare all incoming mail for customer pick up as required by PWS
Additional Responsibilities
* If required at site, consolidate mail for IRS posts of duty to be sent at the end of the day
* Responsible for performing job in safe manner, with concern for others and a desire to increase production; If needed, process machinable mail (folding, inserting, sealing, and opening) Follow HAZMAT procedures for handling potentially hazardous mail
* Process accountable mail utilizing accountable mail tracking system
* Process unidentifiable accountable mail
* May require opening and reading mail and forward to appropriate location
* May require processing IMDDS shipments and meter mail daily
* Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
* Participate in all training required by funding source(s) as required.
Qualifications: Education, Experience and Certification(s)
* High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preferred
* Must have 1 year of experience in related field
* Experience working in a mail center
* Experience in operating various mail room machines
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Ability to perform routine tasks on special class mail.
* Must be able to work on routine and repetitive tasks for long periods with minimum supervision.
* Must be able to stand, reach, and walk for long periods of time.
* Ability to make minor decisions regarding mail issues/questions. Lifting requirements varies according to contract specifications.
* Must have knowledge of UPS and Federal Express shipping and procedures.
* Must have knowledge of U.S Postal regulations in the process of dealing with incoming, outgoing, certified, registered, insured and express mail.
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
* Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
* Good reading and writing skills.
* Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10s and 100s.
* Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
* Basic ability to operate a computer using Microsoft Office software and accountable mail tracking system. Basic typing skills.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; use arms and hands to reach with; climb or balance; and stoop and kneel. The employee is occasionally required to walk, and sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
What we offer in our Benefit Plan for Eligible Employees:
Our goal is to hire and retain the best people; therefore, we provide benefits that we believe add value to you. Our comprehensive benefit program features:
* Health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
* Financial protection with 100% company paid Disability, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
* A 403(b)-Retirement plan in which the company matches dollar for dollar on a generous percentage matching up to 3% of your contribution
* Tax advantages through Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts that allow you to pay for specific healthcare and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
* An Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program to help you manage your work and life needs, and Tuition Assistance for eligible employees
* A generous paid time-off program in which the benefits increase based on your tenure with the company
ServiceSource is a leading nonprofit disability resource organization with programs and operations in 12 states and the District of Columbia. ServiceSource has regional offices located in Delaware, Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia. Collectively, the organization serves more than 25,000 individuals with disabilities annually through a range of innovative and valued employment, training, habilitation, housing and other support services. Our proven collaborative approach helps foster a more inclusive and supportive community where individuals with disabilities can succeed and thrive. Strategic partnerships with local community businesses, government entities and nonprofits help bridge the gaps for individuals with disabilities, creating sustainable opportunities that benefit the entire community and result in greater independence for the individual.
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4 Easy Steps to Apply
Step 1:Apply online to an open position.
If you need reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact the Program Outreach Specialist in your region using the list below.
Step 2: Submit completed Introductory Data Sheet and Resume to a local ServiceSource contact
Step 3: Submit Comprehensive Release form to a local ServiceSource contact
Step 4: Submit Documentation of Disability letter to a local ServiceSource contact
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NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
We are a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks, including E-Verify, are required for all employment positions.
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PAY TRANSPARENCY POLICY STATEMENT:
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.