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Mail Clerk

Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Health Administration
Atlanta VA Health Care System - Supply Chain Management Service

Summary

This position is located within the Supply Chain Management Service Line. The principal duties and responsibilities of the (7) main components: Internal/External Distribution: facility reproduction, Mail Analysis; Process Outgoing Mail, Controlled Mail, Facility Education; ADP/Mail Security, and CMOP/Pharmacy processing.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/14/2026 to 04/29/2026
This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$43,078 - $56,001 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 4
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Atlanta, GA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
CBTB-12918105-26-FLB
Control number
865117200

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Duties

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Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Distributes Mails Internal/External
  • Receives all facility mail from external sources, e.g., US Postal Service (USPS), United Parcel Service (UPS); Federal Express (FedEx); etc. Receipting and handling of hazardous and/or perishable materials, urgent and sensitive documents (e.g., Express Mail, Priority Mail, etc.) vary among the different carriers but generally require an employee signature acknowledging receipt.
  • Mail Clerks drive a motorized mail truck to delivery points, which are in different buildings within the 97-acre complex. External (off-station) mail delivery is accomplished by means of driving a government-issued vehicle with as many as 10 delivery/pickup points at different locations within the city of Atlanta. The Mail Clerk is solely responsible for checking out the government vehicle, ensuring all vehicle systems are operating satisfactorily, and signing the vehicle back in upon completion of the mail run. The Mail Clerk is also responsible for returning the vehicle with a full tank of gas
  • Ability to read, interpret, and follow VHA Policy, Regulations, Manuals, and procedures pertaining to all aspects of metered mail and mail room operations, and related procedures.
  • Ability to type, edit, and monitor various data points.
  • Ability to use Computerized Software.
  • Ability to Coordinate Multiple tasks while maintaining excellent customer service.
  • Ability to set Priorities Effectively.
  • Ability to Collaborate and Communicate Effectively.
  • Responsible for monitoring and scheduling maintenance of the mailroom and reproduction equipment.
  • Responsible for maintaining the required supply inventory.
  • Responsible for monitoring the metered mail budget and notifying leadership when required.
  • Ability to bend, multiple times though out tour; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
  • Ability To Lift over 45 pounds, stand and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work. Ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
  • Identifies problems with Mailroom processes, troubleshoots, and notifies leadership as appropriate.
  • Identifies problems with Metered Mail Software/Equipment, and contacts appropriate authorities for resolution.
  • Periodically performs quality assurance evaluations to ensure the continuing quality of completed pages. Transports bulk publications from the mailroom to the end user program and is able to apply that knowledge to the facility's functional and organizational offices.
  • Uses the printer on a continuous basis at various stages of the printing process, checking to see that the work is acceptable and meets all requirements of the ordering office
  • Controlled Mail and Pharmacy Package Processing 40 Percent Incumbent logs mail piece identification and date/time mail piece was received or identified through mail analysis. Sign the receipt for the mail piece when required by the carrier delivering to the facility. Incumbent has overall responsibility and accountability for all Pharmacy packages that have been received or picked up for shipment by the mailroom, to include scanning packages daily into the Send Suite Packaging Tracking System for complete tracking.
  • Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 7:30am-4:00pm. Work Schedule is subject to change based on agency needs.
  • Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
  • Position Description/PD#: Mail Clerk
  • Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
  • To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing-designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required.
  • Subject to background/security investigation
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
As a condition of employment for this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or a 2-year trial period, during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
  • your performance and conduct;
  • the needs and interests of the agency;
  • whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
  • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 04/29/2026.

You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:

  • General Experience: You must have one year of experience in any type of work that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation. OR,
  • Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level, you must have 2 years above high school. OR,
  • Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have a combination of specialized experience and education beyond High School.
You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
  • Customer Service
  • Flexibility
  • Integrity/Honesty
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Self-Management
  • Teamwork
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic; religions; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment

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Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary; however, there may be lifting and carrying of bulky records and/or boxes, usually not exceeding 50 pounds.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Education

A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.


Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need an RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.

Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6, or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved before the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to a lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on a resume or during an interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA not to deny employment to those who have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members

Veterans Health Administration

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate, whole health care to Veterans?

Agency contact information

Frank Bush Jr.
Phone
470-558-5610
Email
Frank.Bush1@va.gov
Address
Atlanta VA Medical Center
1670 Clairmont Road
Decatur, GA 30033
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