Why Work for USPS?
The United States Postal Service offers stable government jobs with:
- Competitive pay ($18-$35/hour starting wages)
- Full federal benefits (healthcare, pension, life insurance)
- Union protection (APWU, NALC, NRLCA)
- Career growth (80% of supervisors start as clerks/carriers)
- No college degree required for most positions
Current USPS Job Openings
1. Delivery Positions (Immediate Hiring)
City Carrier Assistant (CCA)
- $19.33/hour starting
- Benefits after 90 days
- Physical outdoor work
- Path to $72,000/year career position
Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)
- $19.94/hour average
- Must provide personal vehicle
- More flexible scheduling
- Faster conversion to career status
2. Processing & Plant Jobs
Mail Handler Assistant
- $18.69/hour starting
- Package sorting in facilities
- Overtime available
- Union representation (APWU)
Processing Clerk
- $20.05/hour starting
- Machine operation
- Steady shift options
- Career progression opportunities
3. Retail & Customer Service
Postal Clerk
- $20.05/hour starting
- Work at post office counters
- Customer interaction
- Day shift availability
Window Clerk
- Similar pay scale
- Focus on retail transactions
- Some sales responsibilities
How to Apply in 2025
5-Step Hiring Process
- Search Openings at USPS Careers
- Complete Online Application (45-60 minutes)
- Take Required Exam (474 for carriers, 710 for clerks)
- Pass Background Check (7-14 days)
- Attend Orientation (2-4 weeks paid training)
What’s New in 2025 Hiring
- Faster onboarding (some hires in 2 weeks)
- $5,000 signing bonuses in high-need areas
- More seasonal-to-career conversions
- Increased starting wages (6% higher than 2023)
USPS Employee Benefits
Health Insurance
- Multiple BCBS plan options
- Dental and vision coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
Retirement
- FERS pension system
- Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
- Social Security integration
Paid Time Off
- 13-26 vacation days/year
- 13 sick days/year
- 10 paid holidays
Tips to Get Hired Faster
✅ Apply early – Positions fill quickly
✅ Check listings daily – New jobs post at midnight ET
✅ Be flexible – Consider nearby locations
✅ Prepare for exams – Free practice tests available
✅ Follow up – Contact local postmaster after applying
Next Major Hiring Wave: September 2025 (Holiday Season Prep)
Need help finding postal jobs near you?
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