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WHAT TO DO NOW

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• Review the site overview section and read chapters One, Two and Three of "Post Office Jobs" to fully understand the Postal Service job market, employee benefits, salary, and how they hire. Also review:
  
  • Chapter Eight for Veteran's Hiring programs. Visit http://federaljobs.net/veterans.htm  for information on Veteran's Preference.
  • Chapter Four and Five for sample postal exams & applications.
    • Click here for information on the 473 Postal Exam. 
  • The Occupation Directory in Chapter Ten.
  • Chapter Eleven for Postal Inspector Jobs.
  • Chapter Twelve for Related Federal Civil Service Occupations.
• Review the Postal Service occupations Listed in Chapter Three, Nine and Ten. Also review Chapter Eleven and Twelve for other job options. These chapters provide complete lists of postal jobs that you may qualify for — including job descriptions for over 40 job categories.
• Visit the following web site to locate examination announcements for mail carrier and clerk positions in your area:
  • http://usps.com/employment and the new eCareer hiring page for (Job Vacancy Lists)
  • Note: Apply on-line to take tests that are scheduled for your area. If your area is not currently testing visit this site every week to check for updated testing dates.
• Visit the Postal Services’ "National Job Listings" web site to locate all jobs including corporate job listings that don’t require entrance exams. Also, contact regional and local postal facilities including Customer Service District Sales Offices, General Mail Facilities, Sectional Center Facilities, Management Sectional Centers, or Bulk Mail Centers in your area. Don’t forget to talk with the Post Master at local Post Offices.
  
  • Visit our "Resource" page for direct links.
• Locate your school transcripts, military records, awards, and professional licenses. Collect past employment history; salary, addresses, phone numbers, dates employed, for the application. Use the forms offered on this site as a guide to draft your application. The form will show you what data you have to collect prior to going online to complete your online application.

APPLYING FOR A JOB

• When you obtain a job announcements, each announcement will advise you of all required application forms and exams. Apply online for positions and use our application guide to better understand the process.
• If no vacancies exist for your specialty, visit the listed web sites frequently to check on updated postings. The Postal Service also advertises in local newspapers and at State Employment Offices. You can also call or write your local District Office’s Human Resource to find out when tests may be scheduled for your area. Consider getting your foot in the door by taking the 473 Battery Test or any other written exam. Once hired you will have the opportunity to apply internally for vacancies in other occupations.
• Complete the online application process and all assessments, including online assessments if required. You will be  given 14 days to complete proctored exams at local testing facilities in our area. Follow all instructions.
• Study for the exam if required. Use the practice exams in Post Office Jobs to prepare and score high on the exam. 

• Note: Corporate job vacancy announcements require applicants to complete write-ups called (KSAs) for required knowledge, Skills and Abilities. You MUST complete these statements and tailor them to the specialized experience and duties required for the position.
  
• Complete all online applications and assessments and be sure to schedule any required exams / assessments timely. You will receive detailed instructions via email after you initially complete your online application.
  • Identify and apply for ALL jobs that you qualify for in government and the private sector from all sources.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

NOTE: Visit the "Resource" page for direct links to key sites.

RESULTS

• Your online application will be processed and results returned to you via email. You will receive a Notice informing you of your eligibility and scheduled testing dates and locations. If rated eligible, your name will be placed on the list of eligible applicants for that position. Selected applicants must:
  • Meet Basic Qualifications
  • Score High on the Exam (if required), and
  • Successfully Complete an Interview

THE INTERVIEW

• Prepare for the interview. Review chapter Seven for guidance on how to present yourself and prepare for the interview. Most Postal Jobs’ books completely ignore the interview phase. If you don’t impress the selecting officials, you may be passed over for the position.
  

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