USPS Arkansas hosts virtual and in-person job fairs

The U.S. Postal Service is seeking motivated individuals to fill various positions in post offices throughout Arkansas on Thursday, August 22, 2024.

With starting salaries ranging from $19.33 to $20.48 per hour, available positions include City Carrier Assistant (CCA), Rural Carrier Associate (RCA), Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC), and Postal Support Employee (PSE) Clerk.

In Southern Arkansas, job fairs are held at the following locations:

El Dorado – 550 S. Timberlane Drive, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., RCA

Hope – 121 S. Laurel, 11am-1pm, RCA

City Carrier Assistant (CCA) – A CCA delivers mail and packages on a varied schedule that may include weekends and holidays. The position requires a valid state driver's license, safe driving record, and experience with a passenger vehicle or larger. The position can lead to a career. Starting salary: $19.33 per hour.

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) – An RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas. An RCA is responsible for delivering and picking up mail and works days when regular carriers are off or on vacation. An RCA also sells stamps, supplies, and money orders. An applicant must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. A personal vehicle may be required. Training to become an RCA could be the first step to a full-time rural carrier job with full benefits. Starting salary: $20.38 per hour.

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) – An ARC delivers and picks up packages on routes in rural areas and provides a variety of services to customers on an assigned route. The successful applicant may be required to provide their own vehicle for transportation. As an ARC, you may choose to provide services to your community on weekends and holidays or up to seven days per week, depending on what suits your lifestyle. If you enjoy working outdoors while having your week off, this could be right for you. Starting salary: $20.38 per hour.

Postal Support Employee (PSE) – A PSE performs a variety of sales and customer service duties. The job primarily involves providing service to customers at the counter in post offices. Benefits may include paid vacation and health insurance. If you enjoy working with the public to serve your community, this could be a great position for you. Starting salary: $20.48 per hour.

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