Mailing Machine Operator

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - General Services & Maintenance Unit

The Public Works Department is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Mailing Machine Operator vacancy in the Print and Mail Services Division. This Division provides internal support services to County Departments related to graphic design, printing, book binding, mailing and inter-office courier services. Our staff of trained technicians, designers and professionals are here to provide County operations with support in both printing and mailing functions to ensure efficient delivery of services to the public.

The Contra County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of over 650 miles of roads, 79 miles of streams and channels, and over 150 County buildings. CCCPWD services include parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, flood control, road and facilities maintenance, and storm water management. CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. CCCPWD strives for continuous improvement to deliver cost effective, safe reliable and sustainable projects, programs, and quality services.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Knowledgeable of postal regulations
• Experienced with working with mailing equipment such as postage meters and high speed multi-station inserters with intelligent feed capabilities
• Able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• A strong team player

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Setting-up and operating high speed, multi-station inserters with intelligent feed capabilities
• Setting-up and operating postage meters
• Creating accurate postage reports
• Making simple arithmetic computations
• Organizing and prioritizing daily work

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Competitive compensation package
• Positive and supportive work environment
• Job stability

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Physical demands of standing and/or working up to 7 hours a day
• Meeting deadlines when working with competing demands

Competencies Required:

• Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Mechanical Insight: Comprehending how mechanical, electrical, and structural systems operate and interact
• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

To read the complete job description, please visit the website; www.cccounty.us/hr

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process.

Experience: One (1) year of full-time or its equivalent experience operating and maintaining multi-station inserters with intelligent feed capabilities and postage meters.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with mailing processing and handling equipment
• Experience with postage meters
• Knowledge of US Postal regulations

Selection Process

Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Online Interview: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online interview. In the oral interview, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the oral interview competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% of higher. The interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the Mailing Machine Operator classification. (Weighted 100%) Departmental Hiring Interviews: To be scheduled once the eligible list is established.

The Mailing Machine Operator online interview is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) in March 2025.


The online interview will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to participate in the online interview , as well as computer or mobile device with a camera.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Fina Prak at fina.prak@pw.cccounty.us . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 2/13/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

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