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Postmaster/Manager

Manage PO daily operations

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SSDA (sales and services distribution associate)

Many of the same duties of an SSA

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Lobby Assistant

Helps with package pick-ups

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LSSA (Lead sales and services associate)

Maintains knowledge of regulations

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SSA (sales and services associate)

Your teammates. Ensuring the correct processes are followed and customer needs are met. Educate customers on products and services.

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Supervisor

Manage PO day-to-day operations. Ensure employees are properly trained and informed.

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Four issues to watch for when ensuring the security & sanctity of the mail

  1. Theft. 2. Destruction or Damage. 3. Delay of Mail. 4. Opening

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USPS Goals (3)

Deliver high quality services. Provide a world class customer experience. Ensure safe workplace and engaged workforce.

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mPOS is an acronym for

mobile point of sale

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SSK is an acronym for

self-service kiosk

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PIV is an acronym for

personal identity verification

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POS is an acronym for

point of sale (survey)

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What are the Six Retail Moments that Matter?

  1. Deliver your first impression. 2. Act with courtesy & Urgency. 3. Keep it clean & Pristine. 4. Delivering the pride inside. 5. It's game time. (Adapt!) 6. Solutions are my specialty!

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Postal Proud (#PostalProud)

Providing a world class customer experience.

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An organized workstation creates a more ______________________ workplace.

Efficient.

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Perception is....

Reality

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Clarifying is what type of listening?

Active

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A+GIST is an acronym for...

Acknowledge - Greet - Inquire - Suggest - Thank

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The HAZMAT question is an example of what part of A+GIST?

Inquire

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Is the first opportunity to start a customer experience on a positive note:

Deliver a first impression

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Mailability

Ability of an object to be mailed via USPS.

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Non-Mailable

Prohibited from USPS mailstream.

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What are the minimum and maximum thickness for a postcard?

0.007 min 0.16 max (inches)

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What are the three processing categories?

  1. First class letters. 2. First class flats. 3. Parcels.

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What are the minimum and maximum measurements for a postcard?

3 1/2 x 5 min 4 1/4 x 6 max (inches)

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What thickness is required for a mailpiece to be considered a postcard?

Uniform thickness.

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What are the minimum and maximum measurements for a letter?

3 1/5 x 5 min 6 1/8 x 11 1/2 max (inches)

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What are the minimum and maximum thickness for a letter?

0.007 min 1/4 max (inches)

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Non-machinable

A mailpiece that cannot be run through a sorting machine.

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Name a few reasons a letter or flat may be considered non-machinable...

Exterior not paper. Clasps

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A letter must be under _________ oz. If over

it would be considered a flat.

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What are the minimum and maximum thickness of a flat?

1/4 min 3/4 max (inches)

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How much variance in thickness is allowed to be considered "uniform thickness"?

1/4 inch variance

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What is the minimum and maximum size of a flat?

6 1/8 x 11 1/2 minimum 12 x 15 max (inches)

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What shape must a mailpiece be to be considered a flat?

Rectangular

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Maximum weight of a flat is ________ oz. Any heavier and it would be considered a parcel.

13 oz.

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What is the max length + girth for a ground package ?

130

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Maximum length + girth of priority packages?

108

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What are the three types of parcels?

Machinable. Nonmachinable. Irregular.

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What is the minimum and maximum weight allowed for a machinable parcel?

6 oz min. 25 lb max

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What is the minimum and maximum size for a machinable parcel?

3 x 6 min 17x27x17 max

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Tubes

parcels longer than 26 inches

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Nonmachinable parcels are over _________ inches in length:

26

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Domestic

Items sent within the USA or its territories as well as APO

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Priority Mail Express has a ___________ day guarantee (in most circumstances).

1-2 day

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The max weight of a PME parcel is:

70 lbs

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The max L+G of a PME parcel is:

108

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What are the services that come standard with PME?

Guaranteed 1-2 day deliver 365 days a year. Free insurance up to $100. Free packaging available. Flat rate pricing available. No extra charge for Saturday delivery. Tracking.

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Dimensional Weight pricing applies when:

Over 1 cubic foot or LxHxW more than 1729

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Nonstandard fees apply to parcels over ________ inches long

22

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A signature is required if additional insurance is purchased for priority mail if it is over $_________.

$500

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Flat rate boxes and envelopes have __________ surcharges

unless packaged inappropriately.

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Priority Mail offers expedited shipping in ____ - _____ days (dependent on destination).

1-3

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What are the services that come standard with Priority Mail?

Free tracking. Free packaging available. Flat rate pricing available. Free insurance up to $100. No extra fees for Saturday delivery.

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What is the max length + girth for Priority Mail?

108

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What is the maximum weight for Priority Mail?

70 pounds

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Price is determined by what for PME and PM sent in poxes or envelopes that are not flat rate?

Weight

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In what time frame will a First Class Package Service parcel be delivered?

No guaranteed timeframe

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What is the maximum weight for a First-Class Package?

13 oz

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What is the maximum length for a First Class Package?

108

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First-Class Package Service pricing is based on?

Weight and Zone.

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USPS Ground max length + girth

130 inches.

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Ground parcels must have a _____________

Return Address.

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Max weight for USPS ground:

70 lb.

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Ground service parcels will arrive in ___________ days.

2-5 (no guarnatee)

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USPS Ground pricing is based on:

Weight

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USPS Mailing Services Are:

First class. Periodicals. USPS Marketing Mail (EDDM)

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Which mailing service is sealed against inspection giving sevurity to the sender and receiver?

First Class Mail.

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First class mail must weigh less than _____________.

13 oz.

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First Class Mail expected delivery in ________________ business days:

1-5

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First Class Mail provides free forwarding for ___________ months:

12

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A magazine would be an example of what type of mail?

Periodical

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Marketing Mail requirements:

200 pieces or 50 lb per mailing. Single piece less than 16 oz. Annual fee at each facility. Accepted at business mail entry units ONLY.

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Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) requirements/characteristics:

5000 pieces or less per PO. Addressed to "Postal Customer". No permit required

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Affordable and targeted advertising:

EDDM

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Mail sent between museums

libraries

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Max weight for Library Mail is:

70 lb.

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Max L+G for Library Mail is:

108

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Media Mail is:

Books

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Max Weight for Media Mail is:

70 lb.

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Media mail cannot contain:

Advertising.

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Bound Printed Matter

Consists of advertisements

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Free Matter for the Blind

in braille or 14 point text. Sound reproductions. Must be marked "Free Matter for Blind or Handicapped" in the upper right corner.

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Max weight and L+G for Free Matter for the Blind?

70 lb and 108 inches

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The most secure way to send something is by:

Registered Mail.

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Max dollar amount of insurance applied to Registered Mail (without a fee):

$50

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Max dollar amount of insurance applied to Registered Mail requiring a fee:

$15

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Registered Mail has handling fees for every _____________ over $50

000:

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Restricted Delivery

Only person listed can sign for. Must see person's ID.

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The max payout for Collect on Delivery is:

$1000

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Certificate of Mailing

Proof of mailing.

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Collect on Delivery

Used for merchandise for which mailer has not been paid.

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Signature Confirmation is added security for:

Packages.

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Return Receipt

Option with certified to prove who signed for certified mailpiece.

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Maximum dollar amount for physical merchandise insurance:

$5000

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A signature is required for _____________ letters.

Certified.

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Insured mail Claims must be completed within ____________________.

60 days of mailing.

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What are the 3 types of postage ?

Stamps. Postage Meters. Permit Imprint.

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Semipostal Stamps

Fundraising

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Advantages of a PO Box:

Convenience

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