Requisition No: 885159
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: MAIL CENTER CLERK - 55006207
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 55006207
Salary: $34,589.89 - $44,763.39
Posting Closing Date: 10/11/2026
305 / Facilities Management
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (850) 330-1569
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.
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.
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.
Mail Center Clerk/ District Three/Transportation Support Office/Facilities Management
This position will ensure incoming and outgoing mail are received, sorted and distributed in a timely manner.
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.
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.
District Three, 1074 Highway 90, Chipley, Florida 32428
Ensures incoming mail and outgoing mail, packages, courier deliveries and other special items are received, sorted, distributed, and delivered to the correct addressee in an accurate and timely manner. Processes mail/package items utilizing the most efficient means that meets the needs of the customer. Tracks and ensures timely delivery of all time-sensitive and certified/registered mail/packages. Updates and maintains all required Mail Room logs and databases. Responds to inquiries regarding damaged and/or missing mail or packages. Appropriately resolves issues relating to illegible or unknown addressees on incoming/outgoing mail, packages, or other items.
Assists Wireless Communications Coordinator with ordering and tracking cell phones, smartphones, and needed supplies and equipment. Assists with repairs and/or replacement of damaged equipment. Coordinates with OIT for the preparation of smartphones and tablets. Assists with temporary dispersion of emergency phones during storms. Assists with processing of monthly phone invoices.
Maintains Mail Room equipment and supplies as needed or required, including accurately reading, monitoring, and keeping records for postage meter readings, postage equipment fund balances and taking appropriate action necessary to ensure adequate postage is available to process all outgoing mail at all times.
Remains current on United States Postal regulations and assists employees with proper mail or shipping procedures. Services as liaison with all mail and shipping companies to ensure accurate and efficient services for the Department.
Assists with a variety of receptionist duties to include assisting visitors coming to or calling Department of Transportation (DOT) facilities, while also controlling access into DOT buildings as a security measure. Duties include greeting visitors, issuing visitor badges, and allowing access into facilities according to established security guidelines. Directs visitors to meeting locations within DOT facilities or contacts meeting organizers to escort attendees to meetings within secured areas of the facility. Maintains accurate visitor logs and inventories of visitor badges.
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
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, provide a letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS, or provide other documentation as proof of an exemption.
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 assistanc
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.
Join Florida’s talented workforce to fulfill your professional goals and achieve a meaningful career. Our talented public servants work hard to serve more than 19 million residents across Florida, and you, too, can realize success in the Sunshine State.
Working in Florida’s state government means being responsive to the issues impacting the taxpayers of our state. Florida’s state government boasts both fast-paced work environments in which critical thinking and creative problem-solving are a must as well as steady employment opportunities that prize consistent service to our state’s residents. In some positions, state employment means being able to influence policy decisions and help implement change. In others, state employment means being the reliable resource that our taxpayers have come to expect from Florida’s public servants. All positions offer the ability to gain valuable experience quickly, improving your overall skillset. The State of Florida is seeking individuals with leadership skills, creativity and dedication to their fellow Floridians and individuals who recognize the professional development opportunities and achievements possible through state service.
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