Retail Postal Clerk, Postal Station

Retail Postal Clerk, Postal Station Job ID: J0113-0570 Category: Collection & Delivery Location: LA MALBAIE BUREAU-CHEF City / Province: La Malbaie bureau chef, Quebec Employment Type: Temporary on-call Job Closing Date: (dd/mm/yyyy) 25/01/2013 Language Requirement: French essential If you have the talent and drive, consider a fast-moving career with Canada Post. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Postal Clerk to provide postal services to customers of the postal station. Note: Applicants residing in a 50 km radius are preferred. The successful candidate will: • Transfer incoming mail to letter carriers for delivery • Determine class of mail, weigh mail, collect postage required and accept parcels for mailing • Accept mail for registration and complete the necessary records • Sell postage stamps, money orders and other postal values • Cash postal money orders • Accept and record payments of government annuities and lock box rentals • Make payments from and accept deposits to post office savings bank accounts • Set postage meters and collect payments for amounts • Hand out mail and obtain signatures of recipients • Provide general postal information to the public • Sort registered, C.O.D. and short paid mail into letter carrier “walks” • Hand registered mail, C.O.D. and items to letter carriers and obtain their signature to confirm receipt • Record, safeguard and control the delivery of registered and C.O.D. mail • Sort mail into lock boxes and sort mis-sorted and unsorted mail to letter carrier walks • Balance postal values assigned on credit Job requirements (Education and Work experience): • High School Diploma or provincial equivalent (GED) • Ability to apply postal rules and regulations contained in the Postal Guide • Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time as well as lift and carry parcels and bundles of letters • Ability to sort mail for two hours a day • Ability to meet deadlines for mail dispatches Our Leadership Behaviours: Decision Making - A champion of the organization who takes calculated risks and makes prudent, common sense decisions about current issues, future opportunities and resource requirements in a timely, well thought out manner, that aligns with the corporation's best interests. Accountability - An individual who strives for performance excellence and who holds him/herself and direct reports accountable for decisions and actions and for learning from mistakes when intended results are not achieved. Business Orientation - A proactive individual who understands the competitive nature of the business, and is committed to sustaining the business through excellent customer service and new business opportunities. Execution - A focused and self motivated individual who acts with a sense of urgency and delivers on time and within budget, by dealing effectively with challenges and ambiguous situations. Leading People - A compelling communicator and leader who engages, motivates and inspires others to achieve results and who encourages personal growth and finding better ways of doing things. Other information about this job: • There is a requirement to pass periodic examinations or tests CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE: • Proof of employment • A character reference letter Canada Post offers: • Competitive pay • Potential for permanent opportunities A strong community of employees • Our employees drive innovation and ensure that our business continues to evolve to meet our customers' changing needs The satisfaction of a job well done • You'll be part of a winning team that touches the lives of millions Additional Skills: Carrying (up to 15.9 kgs) Communication skills (written and oral) Customer Service Lifting (up to 30 kgs) Manual Dexterity Retail and Selling Standing for Long Periods of Time Teamwork Careers that deliver: If you're ready to make a difference and discover your full potential, Canada Post delivers a variety of exciting and challenging career opportunities across the country. As one of Canada’s top employers and best corporate citizens, we’re committed to attracting, retaining and developing a winning team to meet the evolving needs of Canadians and secure our future.  Canada Post is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.  Important Messages: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.