• Mail Handler (37.5 Hour)

    State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (Middletown, CT)


    Mail Handler (37.5 Hour)

     

    Office/On-site

     

    Recruitment # 250715-5499TC-001

     

    Location Middletown, CT

     

    Date Opened 7/17/2025 12:00:00 AM

     

    Salary $43,571* - $55,176/year (*New state employees start at the minimum)

     

    Job Type Open to the Public

     

    Close Date 7/28/2025 11:59:00 PM

     

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    Do you bring proven postal experience, including operating and troubleshooting mail equipment?

     

    Apply your organizational and customer service skills to drive essential communications in a dynamic public sector environment. Apply today!

    THE POSITION

    The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ( DMHAS (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/About-DMHAS/Agency/About-DMHAS) ) is now hiring for Mail Handler (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5499TC&LinkSpec=RecruitNum2&R1=&R3=) position! In this role, you will manage the end-to-end receipt, processing, and distribution of mail and package deliveries across the Connecticut Valley Hospital campus. Read below to learn more!

    HIGHLIGHTS

    + FACILITY: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH (https://portal.ct.gov/dmhas/cvh/agency-files/cvh---home-page) )

    + ADDRESS: 1000 Silver Street, Middletown, CT (https://maps.app.goo.gl/ze28i1sLEDJPBZbF6)

    + SCHEDULE: Full-time (37.5.hours/week), Monday through Friday, first shift, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

    + POSITION NUMBER: 142439

    WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

    + Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

    + Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.

    + Professional growth and development opportunities

    + A healthy work/life balance (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) to all employees

    DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO

    + Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;

    + Provide essential operational support that ensures critical communications flow efficiently

    + Facilitate vital connections for our clients, enabling their access to services and success

    + Make a difference in the public sector; and

    + Work together in a collaborative team environment.

    ABOUT US

    DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

     

    Established in 1868, CVH serves as the State's premier public hospital for mental health treatment. As the largest facility within DMHAS, it features 17 inpatient units across Middletown and Hartford campuses, encompassing general psychiatry and addiction services. CVH offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, substance abuse treatment, and specialized services for pregnant women and individuals with dual diagnoses. Specialties include geriatric and special services, an integrated mental health network for older adults, and young adult services. Additionally, CVH houses the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) program, addressing survivors' needs through community reintegration, independent living skills development, vocational and educational training, psychiatric assessments, speech and physical rehabilitation, and individual and family counseling.

    PLEASE NOTE

    + A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

    + All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace (https://portal.ct.gov/das/-/media/das/statewide-hr/a---z-listing-task-pdfs/drug-free-workplace-policy--february-2016.pdf) .

     

    Selection Plan

    FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

    Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

    BEFORE YOU APPLY:

    + Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

    + Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

    + Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

    + Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

    + Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

    + Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

    + Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

    AFTER YOU APPLY:

    + Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

    + Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

    + Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

    + The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

    + Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

     

    QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

     

    Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Alyssa Hovanec at Alyssa.Hovanec ([email protected]) @ct.gov.

     

    Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the receipt, processing, and distribution of mail.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    + Sorts, distributes, and routes incoming and interoffice mail;

    + Operates automatic postage application equipment, mail inserters, and weight scales;

    + Weighs and stamps postaged, franked, or metered mail;

    + Drives state vehicles in the delivery of United States and interagency mail;

    + Picks up and delivers mail at United States Post Offices;

    + Signs for insured, certified, registered, and special delivery mail;

    + Updates and maintains records;

    + Schedules vehicle maintenance;

    + Provides postal service assistance to customers;

    + May maintain daily cash records;

    + Performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    + Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates, and classes of mail;

    + Skills

    + oral and written communication skills;

    + interpersonal skills;

    + Ability to

    + follow oral and written instructions;

    + perform basic arithmetic computations;

    + utilize computer software;

    + operate computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment;

    + Mechanical ability.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    One (1) year of experience in a mail service or postal operation involving the operation and maintenance of mail service equipment.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    + Possession of a valid, current Drivers' License

    + Experience operating computerized and mechanical postal processing equipment

    + Experience providing customer service to a diverse population.

    + Experience troubleshooting mail processing equipment

    + Experience using computer software in conjunction with USPS electronic files

    + Experience using organizational tools and systems

    + Experience communicating with the general public via phone or email

    + Experience in mail service coordination

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    + Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.

    + A physical examination may be required.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weight.

     

    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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