Mail Processing Driver (Swing Shift) / Internal Only

*This position is open to Internal Department of Enterprise Services (DES) employees only*

Schedule: (Swing Shift) 12:15 pm to 8:45 pm, Monday through Friday

Who we are:

The Department of Enterprise Services (DES)provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES.

What you will be doing:

Some of what you'll enjoy doing includes:

• Operates, maintains, and configures BlueCrest high speed computerized inserters
• Inserts continuous or cut sheet material containing various pages and inserts
• Manually inserts mail
• Familiar with all applicable insert barcodes
• Trouble shoots machine problems and able to determine when to involve onsite technician or supervisor
• Ensures the mail flow process is accurate and performed in a timely manner
• Adheres to all current documented quality control procedures
• Properly fills out and follows GAMS insert job tickets
• Frequently checks mail for correct dates, indicia, address quality and proper envelopes during processing
• Understands which insert mode, class/jobID and customer account to use when processing mail

Tools and Equipment:

• BlueCrest inserters
• Pitney Bowes meter machines
• Keyboarding and ten key
• GPC’s = USPS General Purpose Carts and various mail carts.
• Hydraulic lifts used to load and unload truck and to move mail to and from other sections of P&M.
• Compressed air lines used for cleaning equipment.
• Basic hand tools.
• Various other machines in the insert area.

Required Qualifications:

• One year of experience in a mail, warehouse, production or service industry environment.

• Must have the ability to lift mail trays, tubs and/or packages weighing up to 70 lbs.

Equity Competencies:

State of Washington Employees contribute to ensuring services, programs, workplaces, and interactions are responsive, respectful, accessible, and effective to the people and communities we serve. Employees are expected to:

• Take action to learn and Grow: Demonstrate a willingness to learn from new experiences, seek feedback, consider different perspectives, and continuously improve knowledge, skills, communication, and approaches to work.
• Take action to meet the needs of others: Seek to understand the needs and experiences of customers, coworkers, and communities. Identify barriers to access and participation and address them before they become obstacles for the people we serve, providing support that is respectful, timely, and effective.

Learn more about the two required statewide equity competencies on the Executive Order 24-04 Toolkit- Equity Competency Implementation FAQ.

How to Apply:
We would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” at the top of this page to start your application. You can save the application and come back to it, if needed. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions.

Please attach the following documents to be considered for the position. Failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:

1. A letter of interest that shows your personality and voice to describe why you are the successful candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
2. A current resume detailing your experience and education.
3. A list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)

**Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.)

NOTE: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the “duties summary” section or supplemental questions of the application. Please do not “refer to resume” for detail, or your application may be disqualified.

Union Inclusion:

This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Angie Anderson at jobs@des.wa.gov.

Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 or access the Washington Relay Service.