Job Description

Postal Tech

Requisition IDreq33902
Working TitleMailing, Shipping & Receiving: Postal Tech
Position Grade05
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 FinancialServices, to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, andregulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies,including state and federal audit requirements, following generally acceptedaccounting practices. Additionally, the Controller's Office oversees themaintenance 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 theUniversity of New Mexico. The department is seeking a hardworking, dependableindividual to join the team as a Postal Tech, who receives, sorts, and deliversUSPS, UPS, FedEx, and campus mail daily.

What we're looking for!
The position requires extensive physical activity. While on aroute, this position will require strenuous physical work; stair climbing,heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 100 pounds for extendedperiods of time.

The position also prepares and processes outgoing mail and parcels.May operate computerized postage metering and weighing equipment and may be required to worksome evenings and/or weekends.

Why Join Us?
At UNM, you'll become part of a diverse, vibrant community committed toacademic 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 generousleave allowances, including paid parental leave. If you're a dynamic,self-motivated individual, we encourage you to apply and contribute to thecontinued success of the University Services team!

This position is on-site, M-F, 7:30am - 4:30pm.

Salary range isestimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of theselected 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 should be supported in the resume

  • Experience providing excellent customer service
  • Experience learning and retaining information
  • Experience working independently and as part of the team
  • Experience following written and verbal instructions

Additional Requirements
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentMailing Shipping & Receiving (032I)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusNon-Exempt
PayHourly: $15.00 to $19.19 DOE
Benefits EligibleThis 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 StatementAs 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 RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date7/28/2025
Eligible for Remote WorkNo
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit 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 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 https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.



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