FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $22.65 - $ Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter – Crystal Haywood | chaywood@utah.gov | 801-545-5532
Application Deadline – 11/12/2026*
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
The Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) is looking for exceptionally driven people to join an awesome mail and property team that serves a large prison. If you are a highly motivated and a career minded individual who enjoys collaborating with others to improve mail, property and prison operations, please consider joining our team as a Mail & Property Specialist (Warehouse Specialist) in the Division of Prison Operations at the Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City. Our mail and property specialists are uniquely qualified to deliver services to UDC employees and criminal offenders. If hired you will receive training opportunities that can significantly enhance your expertise and career. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to play a key role in critical prison mail and property operations. UDC employees and criminal offenders rely on our mail and property team to help maintain a safe, secure, connected and informed prison operation. Career advancement within the mail and property organization is possible. Many other unique and exciting civilian or law enforcement career opportunities within corrections are also possible in future promotional opportunities within the organization. This job is NOT public safety certified and does not require peace officer status or certification. Principal DutiesUnder the direction of a Mail or Property Manager (Warehouse Manager), the Mail & Property Specialist ensures effective operations of a UDC central prison mail or property operation. This includes effective receiving, inspecting, sorting, storing, retrieving, staging and delivering mail or property items. These activities occur at the mail and property warehouse and while delivering mail or property to all prison areas.Following OSHA workplace safety regulations, laws, requirements and practices is mandatory. Adherence to all established correctional mail and property service standards, policies and procedures is required.Strict adherence to prison safety and security guidelines, policies and practices while working in and around a correctional institution environment is required.Why You Should Join Our TeamThe Utah Department of Corrections supports the pursuit of professional growth and development through a culturethat encourages great employees, great attitudes and great teamwork.Besides working with a dedicated team of professionals who are dedicated to the public's safety, you will receive greathealth and retirement benefits.
The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for this position has the following:High school diploma or equivalent (GED).Clean driving history/record.Mail, property, or general office related work experience and training is preferred but not required.Previous part time or full time work experience at any employer is preferred.Working knowledge of common computer/office equipment and software is preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills are preferred.
Location –
1480 N 8000 W
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – Yes
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:
The Utah Department of Corrections is a dedicated team of professionals who ensure public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment. For more information about the Utah Department of Corrections, click here.
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
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