MAIL CENTER CLERK - 55009222

Requisition No: 875998 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: MAIL CENTER CLERK - 55009222

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55009222 

Salary:  $34,929.12 - $45,202.40 

Posting Closing Date: 05/22/2026 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

Cost Center 526 / Facilities Management Office

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

FULL-TIME

CONTACT PERSON: Cassie Hyatt 

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS:  casandra.hyatt@dot.state.fl.us

ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY:  $1,529.06  ($39,755.56/ annually)

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers.  Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

Mail Center Clerk - Disrict Five

This position manages the day-to-day operations of the District Office Complex mail room and central supply areas, exercising independent judgment to coordinate schedules, process incoming and outgoing mail, and manage deliveries using USPS and courier services. The role includes sorting and distributing mail and packages, maintaining organized storage areas, and ensuring timely delivery of supplies and materials to staff. It is responsible for monitoring and replenishing office supply inventories, purchasing supplies in compliance with policies and contracts, tracking expenses, obtaining quotes, and ensuring proper processing of invoices and purchase orders. In addition, the position supports event and conference room setup, assists Facilities with building operations and maintenance coordination, and serves as backup for front desk reception as needed. The role also oversees shared equipment and tools by maintaining inventory, managing distribution, and ensuring accurate tracking and accountability.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

District Five

Facilities Management Office

719 S. Woodland Blvd.

DeLand, FL 32724

Annual Salary Range:

$34,929.12 - $45,202.40 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Performs the daily operation and activity of the mail room and central supply areas for the District Office Complex. Exercises independent decision making in setting schedules with regards to the mail and supply room activities. Receives, checks and signs for supplies and packages; processes outgoing United States Postal Service (USPS) mail using a metered mail system to include traveling to the post office daily; coordinates the daily incoming and outgoing parcel service shipments using various courier services; sorts incoming mail and packages for the District Office Complex and field units. Deliver mail and packages to District Office departments promptly (within the same day received depending on the time of delivery). Delivers copy paper and other supplies to units when requested. Maintains organized storage areas. Ensures office supply inventory levels accessible to employees are maintained/replenished. Purchases office supplies and paper inventories for District Office Complex, using appropriate purchasing methods to ensure supply inventory levels accessible to employees are maintained and paper inventories are replenished.  Purchases necessary office supplies from vendors for the DeLand Kepler Complex as requested/needed. Keeps up to date on all State and Department contracts; maintains a spreadsheet of supplies and expenses; obtains quotes and ensures timely submission of invoices/receipts for Purchasing Card and Purchase Order processing. Establishes and updates mail room, central supply and shared equipment procedures with District Facilities Manager.

Provides support for events and conference room setup. Arranges tables, chairs, and equipment for meetings, trainings, and special events; ensures rooms are properly set up according to specifications; resets rooms after use and reports any issues or maintenance needs.

Provides Facilities team support, assisting with building operations as needed. Coordinates with Facilities staff to address maintenance requests; helps ensure common areas are orderly and functional.

Serves as backup for the District Five Front Desk Receptionist as needed for breaks, lunches, meetings, training, or absences.

Oversees the shared equipment and tools program. Inventories office equipment, tools, and related assets; assigns equipment for usage; tracks check-out/check-in of tools and equipment; maintains accurate inventory records and reports discrepancies.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• General office and mailroom practices and procedures.
• Correct grammar usage and basic math calculations.
• Current postal and courier service procedures and regulations. 

Skills in:

• The use of personal computers.
• Electronic mail, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments.

Ability to:

• Safely move up to 50 pounds and perform manual labor which includes bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Operate various office and mail room equipment; understand, interpret, and follow procedures.
• Complete forms organize data alphabetically, numerically and/or categorically.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, to comprehend and follow instructions either verbal or written.
• Effectively deliver customer service in a courteous, professional, and tactful manner.
• Plan, organize, conduct work activities with minimal supervision.
• Perform and complete work in a timely, efficient, effective and professional manner, independently, and as part of a team.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• Due to the nature of this position, incumbent must respond to emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical work experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Must have a valid Class E driver's license.
• College education from an accredited institution can substitute for one year of the required work experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.  If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.