The Operations & Facilities Management Department at Washington University School of Medicine is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of services to support the medical campus.
We oversee maintenance and operations for 65 buildings, covering more than 11.1 million gross square feet of space. This includes the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot neuroscience research building, which houses one of the worldâ™s highest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our responsibilities include operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management.
Furthermore, as the School of Medicine continues to expand its presence both on and off campus in areas such as teaching, clinical care, and research, our team remains instrumental in ensuring the seamless delivery of clinical care, advancing research initiatives, and facilitating educational endeavors.
Responsible for obtaining, processing, sorting, and distributing mail and/or packages to the campus as well as providing customer service. The primary focus may be in a mail room, on a shipping/receiving dock, or on operating a meter.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Works with campus partners such as USPS, FedEx, UPS, and Amazon as well as campus departments to intake mail and/or packages each day. Accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork are all critical success factors as the volume is significant.
Processes intake for each item. Unloads, scans, sorts, and shelves packages for pickup, delivery to customers, or placement in lockers.Counts and sorts mail. Weighs, scans and sorts metered items.
Processes outgoing items by delivering mail and/or packages or locates and scans each package that customers come to pick up. Carries a valid driverâ™s license at all times. Must observe all posted speed limits and drive no faster than 10 MPH in areas where there are none posted.
Provides customer service to staff, faculty and/or students who need help finding or mailing/shipping items.Verifies proper identification, obtaining signatures on handheld units, uploading signatures to the master database.
Provides timely look-up functions for mail and/or packages using university and industry-specific software. Assists in maintaining accurate names and addresses in the mail forwarding system while complying with US Postal mail processing forwarding guidelines.
Demonstrates safety protocols at all times and attend regular trainings.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions
High noise environment
Exposure to moving machinery
Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements
Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations
Physical Effort
Ability to lift and handle up to 70 pounds
Ability to walk, stand, and or bend for prolonged periods of time
Equipment
Heavy equipment (buffers, mowers, forklift, etc.)
Operate motor vehicle
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Mail, Shipping Or Receiving Center, Customer Service, University Operations Or Similar Role (1 Year)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.
More About This Job
Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
Mail Service Operations, Shipping, And Receiving (2 Years)
Skills:
Computer Literacy, Customer Service, Efficiency Optimization, Logistics Support, Microsoft Word, Oral Communications, Organizational Commitment, Process Improvements, Professional Integrity, Shipping Software, Social Interaction, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Written Communication
Grade
G04-H
Salary Range
$16.40 - $22.12 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
Washington University in St. Louis, a medium-sized, independent university, is dedicated to challenging its faculty and students alike to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an ever-changing, multicultural world. The University offers more than 90 programs and almost 1,500 courses leading to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in a broad spectrum of traditional and interdisciplinary fields, with additional opportunities for minor concentrations and individualized programs. The faculty is composed of scholars, scientists, artists and members of the learned professions. They serve society by teaching; by adding to the store of human art, creativity, understanding, and wisdom; and by providing direct services, such as health care.