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Mailing, Shipping, & Receiving: Postal Tech

University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$15–$19.19 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Collective Bargaining, Customer Support/Service, Delivery Driving, Driver's License, Financial Control, Financial Policies, Financial Services, Heavy Lifting, High School Diploma, Labor Unions, Mail Processing, Maintain Compliance, Material Moving, Patient Care, Regulations, Shipping/Receiving, USPS (United States Post Office), Vaccination
LOCATION
Albuquerque, NM
POSTED
1 day ago
Postal Tech

Requisition ID
req36549

Working Title
Mailing, Shipping, & Receiving: Postal Tech

Position Grade
05

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico, Office of the University Controller, also known as Financial Services, located on Central Campus, is responsible for all central accounting functions for the University.

It is the responsibility of the Controller's Office aka Financial Services, to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies, including state and federal audit requirements, following generally accepted accounting practices. Additionally, the Controller's Office oversees the maintenance of the official financial records of the University.

Within Financial Services is the Mailing, Shipping & Receiving department, which is the mail and package processing facility for the University of New Mexico. The department is seeking a hardworking, dependable individual to join the team as a Postal Tech, who receives, sorts, and delivers USPS, UPS, FedEx, and campus mail daily.

What we're looking for!
The position requires extensive physical activity. While on a route, this position will require strenuous physical work; stair climbing, heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 100 pounds for extended periods of time. The position also prepares and processes outgoing mail and parcels. May operate computerized postage metering and weighing equipment and may work some evenings and/or weekends as required.

Why Join Us?
At UNM, you'll become part of a diverse, vibrant community committed to academic excellence and student success. As one of New Mexico's top employers, UNM offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, event discounts, retirement plans, and generous leave allowances, including paid parental leave. If you're a dynamic, self-motivated individual, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the continued success of the University Services team!

This position is on-site, Monday - Friday

Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
  • All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
  • Must be able to work evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
  • Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferences must be supported in the resume
  • Customer service experience
  • Experience/Capacity learning and retaining information
  • Experience/Capacity to work independently and as part of the team
  • Experience/Capacity to follow written and verbal instructions


Additional Requirements

Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department
Mailing Shipping & Receiving (032I)

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time

Term End Date

Status
Non-Exempt

Pay
Hourly: $15.00 to $19.19 Depending on Education

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required
Yes

For Best Consideration Date
5/20/2026

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Applicants must provide a cover letter communicating the interest in the position and how the preferred qualifications are met, provide names, and contact information for at least 3 professional references on the application form, indicate whether it is okay to contact current and prior supervisors. The resumé should include a complete work history, replete with beginning and ending dates of employment (Month and Year) and the hours worked each week.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.

About the Company

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University of New Mexico

Why work at UNM?


For firsthand information on why UNM is a great place to work and learn, visit UNM Proud to hear directly from University employees, faculty, students, and alumni. In addition to all the University has to offer, you have the added benefit of living in New Mexico, a land rich with art, history, culture, and outdoor activities, all with a very affordable cost of living. For more about life in New Mexico, visit NewMexicoTrue. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


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UNM has a number of positions available for staff, faculty, and student employees in various academic fields and levels of experience. Everyone hired into the UNM community serves a vital role in supporting our mission. We’re here to educate and encourage students to develop the values, habits of mind, knowledge, and skills that they need to be enlightened citizens, contribute to the state and national economies, and lead satisfying lives.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1889
WEBSITE
http://www.unm.edu/

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