United States Postal Service holding 7 job fairs for 58 cities across north-central Alabama

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The United States Postal Service is hosing seven job fairs this week seeking delivery personnel for 58 cities across north-central Alabama.

USPS says job fairs are part of their 10-year plan, “Delivering for America”.

The postal service is seeking employees for Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) and Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) positions.

Officials say an RCA will have to be able to work a flexible schedule and be available to work throughout the week. The position serves families and business in rural and suburban areas and is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail when regular carriers have schedules days off or vacation days. RCA’s also sell stamps, supplies, and addresses customer inquiries about their mail delivery service.

An RCA applicant must have a valid state driver’s license and demonstrate a safe driving record, at least two years of unsupervised experience, and a personal vehicle suitable for use delivering mail/packages might be required. Officials say the RCA is the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits.

The ARC position will deliver and collect packages along routes in rural areas and will provide a variety of services to customers along an assigned route.

Officials say an an ARC, you may opt to provide services to your community on weekends and holidays or up to seven days each week, whichever suits you best. Successful applicants may be required to provide their own vehicle for transportation.

You can find the full list of upcoming job fairs for specific locations, set for Thursday, May 8 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., below:

Anniston Post Office

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