Mail Services Assistant - Temporary (through December 2025)

The University of Southern Maine is searching for an individual to join our Mail Services team in a temporary capacity as a Mail Services Assistant. This position will be primarily assigned to our Gorham campus and is a key member of a small team that is student focused every day. This is a full-time temporary position that is core to USM’s ability to deliver an exceptional experience to students!

Typical Duties Include (but not limited to):

• Picking up Mail/Packages at the Post Office
• Sorting and Delivering Department Mail
• Electronically receiving/routing packages via an iPad
• Providing Customer Service to students, staff, and faculty that come to the Mail Room
• Issuing packages to individuals that come to pick them up

Primarily located on our Gorham Campus, this is a full-time, temporary position that will pay $20.00/hour.  The primary work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. excluding University holidays and administrative leave days. We anticipate this temporary assignment starting as soon as possible and going through the end of the calendar year (Present thru December 2025).

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.  USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University. 

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement.  We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. 

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Valid State of Maine driver’s license that meets requirements to operate University vehicles and equipment.
• Customer service skills and experience.
• Ability to communicate and interact with students, staff, and faculty.
• Ability to utilize technology (iPad and/or computer) to process packages in and out for delivery.
• Knowledge of safe work methods and safe operation of assigned mail processing equipment.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

How To Apply:

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.

We will begin reviewing applications immediately and this position will remain open until filled.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR), and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. View the University’s Annual Security Report (PDF). If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact our Public Safety Office at 207.780.5211.

Eeo Statement:

The University of Southern Maine is an EEO/AA employer and is committed to nondiscrimination. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226.  TTY 711 (Maine Relay System)