Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 25 Oct 2026
Posting Summary
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| Posting Number | STA00675PO26 |
| Job Family | Ancillary Services |
| Job Function | Mail Services |
| USC Market Title | Lead Postal Courier/Passport Agent |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/212970 |
| Job Level | A3 - Administrative/Operational Support |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Postal Courier / Passport Agent-Team Lead |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | Division of Administration and Finance |
| Department | DAF Postal Services |
| State Pay Range | G05 |
| USC Market Range | MRB - $37,340 $45,741 $54,143 |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | $37,340 |
| Location of Vacancy | |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
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| Basis | 12 months |
| Job Search Category | Other |
About USC
| About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |
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| Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. |
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | The Postal C supports USC Postal Services by processing, tracking, sorting, and delivering mail and parcels for the University community, including approximately 9,000 on-campus student residents. Responsibilities include operating postal tracking and mailing systems, processing outgoing University mail, maintaining delivery routes and vehicle records, and managing student package operations. The role also serves as a U.S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Agent, providing passport application services and maintaining required certifications. The ideal candidate has strong customer service, attention to detail, and organizational skills, can work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and is able to perform physical duties including lifting and moving packages up to 50 pounds. |
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Job Duties
| Job Duty | Passport Agent Performs U.S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Agent assignment with the USC Postal Services, in accordance with all U. S. Dept. of State policies and procedures. Maintains ongoing Acceptance Agent training and successfully completes and maintains required annual re-certification. Stays current on U.S. Dept. of State Acceptance Agent operational changes through all available materials, including the Charleston Passport Center Monthly Newsletter and Passport Agent Reference Guide (PARG) Review. Represents USC at all scheduled Passport and general information sessions. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Parcel Tracking System / Data/ Entry / Mail Forwarding Entry of inbound mail and parcels into internal parcel tracking system, including attention to detail in entry of information in tracking system, obtaining signatures in handheld barcode scanner upon delivery of item to department(s) and dispatching of student parcels at Student Package Pickup locations. Provides directory assistance to department and student mail/parcels having incomplete, incorrect or no delivery address. Forward student mail daily and at end of each term. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 30 |
| Job Duty | Mail Sort / Delivery /Collection / Processing and Other Postal Duties Unload and sort incoming mail/parcels by delivery route, separating accountable and scannable items for appropriate handling. Manually sort inbound and intra-campus mail/parcels for delivery. Load mail/parcels on vehicle by delivery sequence. Deliver and pick up mail/parcels on a regular time schedule on established delivery routes throughout the USC Columbia campus. Reports to supervisor unusual conditions relating to delivery or changes in a department that may require changes in route. Responsible for daily maintenance of vehicle, routing inspections and detailed daily mileage logs. Weighs and processes outgoing official University mail/parcels using electronic and computerized mailing machines/meters and printers. Ability to use the USPS and UPS websites to interpret regulations/policies and determine compliance and appropriate cost for domestic and international mail/parcels. Process Postage Due and Business Reply Mail, including entering charges into established computerized mail management system. Performs other postal related duties as instructed by Supervisor or other USC Postal Service Management. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 10 |
| Job Duty | Student Package Pickup Locations (1300 Wheat St & Russell House) Site and team lead for daily student mail & package storage and dispatch workflow processes at the Student Package Pickup location. Performs dispatching of inbound mail and parcels to 9000 on campus residents each term. Stores packages received in appropriate storage location. Verifies information on the SCLogic tracking label placed on item matches name and Mail ID information on mail/packages is correct, including bringing any discrepancies to the attention of the Manager, Student Mail & Package Operations. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 35 |
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
| Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No |
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| Hazardous weather category | Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | 10/01/2026 |
| Job Open Date | 09/09/2026 |
| Job Close Date | 10/25/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by October 25, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/212989 |
| EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. |
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