Mail Clerk

Job Description

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Compliance and Administration, Bureau of HR and General Business services is seeking a Mail Clerk 2 to join our team!

Responsibilities

Responsible for sorting all incoming mail for the Department of Health and Human Services in the

Hoover and Lucas Buildings. Sort properly addressed mail by division or unit. Open generic mail (mail

addressed to the Department of Health and Human Services) and improperly addressed mail to

determine where it goes and route accordingly. Separate HHS internal mail from Local mail and first

class mail. Investigate mail-related complaints as appropriate.

Working with Storekeeper 3, open all incoming receipts and sort by predetermined account type and

then logging in a spreadsheet. Reconciles the count and dollar amount received with the Storekeeper 3.

Take any cash received immediately to Cashier's Office and obtain an official receipt. It should be

noted that over $7 million are processed each month through the Mail Unit.

Receive and sign for all special delivery (signature) mail. Record on mail delivery log and deliver to

addressee. Obtain addressee signature on log for tracking purposes. All signature mail to be delivered same day as received .

Serves as the Department expert on training and instructing employees on all mail related software and processes.

Benefits

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a

comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and
• your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to
• begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9
• days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29%
• and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC),
• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to
• $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and
• dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee
• Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.
  
  

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Background Checks

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the HHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.e-verify.gov

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• One year of full-time work experience processing mail.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to six months of work as a Mail Clerk 1.
  
  

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Additional Qualification Requirements

• Some positions in this class may require the possession of a valid Iowa driver's license.
• Some positions in this class may require an applicant to have the ability to pass a background investigation.