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USPS Job Fair Set for May

The United States Postal Service is consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America.  They have, for over 246 years, delivered information, connected families and friends, and powered the engines of commerce and industry. The Postal Service is growing, with new facilities, equipment and technologies as online shopping and shipping continue to increase and package growth expands. Right now, they are looking for committed and motivated individuals to join us in our mission of service to your local community and the nation processing and delivering the mail.

As part of their innovative and bold 10-year plan, Delivering for America, the Postal Service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce.  “Our employees are our greatest asset and we are investing in our new employees by providing robust training and on-the-job support.”  The Postal Service offers competitive wages and benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

Accepting a position with the United States Postal Service is the first step to starting a long, fulfilling career with a dynamic, forward-thinking organization committed to delivering for the American people.  Whether you are seeking part-time, or a full-time opportunity, they want you to be a part of our proud tradition of service! 

The Postal Service in Massachusetts is hosting an all-office job fair to fill immediate openings for positions in processing and delivery.

May 27, 2022

Stop by any Massachusetts Post Office to learn about open positions near you and begin the application process.

To assist potential applicants, USPS personnel will be on-site to provide detailed information about the positions and answer questions. Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers.  Applicants must be 18 years of age and be able to pass drug screening and a criminal background investigation. Applicants must be available to work weekends and holidays. See the job posting for full details for duties, responsibilities, requirements and benefits information. Job postings are updated frequently, so check back often for additional opportunities.

The United States Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer offering a fast-paced, rewarding work environment with competitive compensation packages, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations.

MVES Seeks Volunteers

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) is seeking volunteers who have a passion for giving back to the community, and the skills, knowledge and temperament (empathy, compassion and patience) to volunteer in their program of choice.  MVES volunteers donate their time to perform a variety of tasks such as serving nutritious meals to elders at local meal sites, participating in our Social Engagement program, acting as money management and SHINE counselors, and leading our Healthy Aging programs. Volunteers are essential to the success of MVES, helping older adults and adults with disabilities live independently.

National Volunteer Week—April 17-23, 2022—celebrates the impact volunteers have on our lives and encourages active volunteerism in generations to come. During this week, and all year long, we salute our volunteers for their unwavering services to our agency and communities and hold aloft their examples to inspire everyone towards volunteerism.

National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world. Each year, we shine a light on the people and causes that inspire us to serve, recognizing and thanking volunteers who lend their time, talent and voice to make a difference in their communities.

For more info on current volunteer opportunities in Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Revere, Stoneham, Wakefield and Winthrop through MVES, please call Volunteer Engagement Manager, Nicole Sanders O’Toole, at 781-388-2375 or visit www.mves.org/volunteer-programs-opportunities.

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