Postmaster - Premises provided by Postmaster (Group Office)

Job Title: Postmaster - Premises provided by Postmaster (Group Office)

Location: Gallix, QC, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job ID: 178792

Job Requisition Id: 178792

Business Function: Retail

Primary City: Gallix

Province: Quebec

Employment Status: Permanent

Language Requirement: French Essential

Employee Class and Level: RVSGA20 - Level 2

Working Hours: 29.50 hours/week

Number of Vacancies: 1

Salary: $19.85

Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/15/2024

All qualified candidates will be considered; however, preference will be given to Indigenous people (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) or persons with a disability. This is a special measure employment equity initiative, and candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

Job Description

Take on the responsibility of a community leader with Canada Post. The Postmaster, reporting to the Superintendent/Local Area Manager, is responsible for promoting and selling postal products and services to the public and businesses in the community. As Postmaster, you will be the face of the Post Office in your community service area, supervising staff and ensuring that Canada Post demonstrates an energetic customer focus and commitment to the community in an environment of multiple priorities.

Job Responsibilities

• Liaise with the local community with respect to Canada Post service and products
• Sell and promote postal products and services to the public and businesses
• Provide suitable premises in a central location within the community within 30 days should you be the successful candidate
• Administer the post office to meet retail hours of operation and delivery expectations
• Manage postal revenue, assets, and values
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Assist with effective management of mail delivery routes
• May sort mail to postal boxes
• Keep post office neat and presentable, and maintain cleanliness in accordance with Canada Post’s standards
• Operate the post office with due diligence and efficiency

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or provincial equivalency and/or experience in business administration
• Owned or leased premises (suitable, central, and barrier-free) available one month prior to the date of hire
• Experience interacting with the public in a retail and/or service environment, including sales and cash transactions
• Knowledge of regulations, methods, and procedures for processing mail and providing postal services
• Physically fit to lift mail containers of up to 50 lb, push or pull boxes, and sorting mail and standing for extended periods of time
• Premises must be fully accessible to persons with disabilities, and be available for review and approval at least one month before hire
• Postmasters are responsible for rent or lease charges, heating, lighting, cleaning, routine general maintenance, snow removal, municipal taxes, and the necessary property and liability insurance coverage
• Appointments are subject to the conditions of the Canada Post Act
• The hours of service to the public will be determined by Canada Post and are subject to change under varying circumstances

Other Information

TRANSFER: Priority consideration will be given to transfer requests from employees who are members of CPAA, with preference to members in the posted Area of Competition. COMPETITION: Employees who are members of CPAA, priority consideration will be given to members in the posted Area of Competition. Term employees with continuous employment in CPAA may apply in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

As part of the selection process, selected candidates will be required to complete a security screening process.

Safety Sensitive Positions
This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position and has additional requirements under the Canada Post's Substance Use Policy.

Employment Equity
Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Conflict of Interest
The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising, or reporting to their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest regarding this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.

Accommodation
Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Important Message
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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TRUST
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RESPECT
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DELIVER
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