Mail, Postal, and Related Workers
(NOC 1511)
in All Business, Finance, and AdministrationThis group includes workers who process and sort mail and parcels in post offices, mail processing plants and internal mail rooms, and clerks who serve customers and record transactions at sales counters and postal wickets. Mail, postal and related workers work for Canada Post Corporation, courier and parcel express companies and throughout the public and private sectors.
Job Outlook
Average
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Compared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “average”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is comparable to the average for all occupations in Nova Scotia. This is a fairly large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities occur fairly regularly. The number employed in this occupation is expected to decline moderately over the next few years, which will likely limit the number of new opportunities available. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Mail, Postal, and Related Workers may either be working full-time or part-time hours.
The median employment income for 42% of Mail, Postal, and Related Workers who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $51,778. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
$12.95
Minimum$22.81
Median$28.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$2,724
Minimum$35,900
Median$57,777
MaximumCompared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
Hourly Pay
$14.00
Minimum$27.85
Median$38.46
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,754
Minimum$36,515
Median$70,271
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
This group includes workers who process and sort mail and parcels in post offices, mail processing plants and internal mail rooms, and clerks who serve customers and record transactions at sales counters and postal wickets. Mail, postal and related workers work for Canada Post Corporation, courier and parcel express companies and throughout the public and private sectors.
Job duties
Postal workers:
- Calculate and attach the correct postage on letters, parcels and registered mail and receive payment from customers.
- Sell stamps, prepaid mail and courier envelopes and money orders.
- Route mail to the proper delivery stream.
- Sign or get signatures from recipients for registered or special delivery mail and keep records.
- Answer questions and complete forms about change of address, theft or loss of mail.
- Record and balance daily transactions.
Mail sorters:
- Sort mail according to destination.
- Bundle, label, bag and route sorted mail to the proper delivery stream.
- Search directories to find the correct address for redirected mail.
Mailroom clerks:
- Receive, process, sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, messages and courier packages manually or electronically.
- Maintain address databases and produce personalized mailings.
- Print and photocopy material, and address and stuff envelopes.
- Weigh outgoing mail, calculate and attach proper postage, and bundle by postal code.
- May use and maintain print shop and mailing house equipment.
Sample job titles
- letter sorting clerk
- mail clerk
- mail counter clerk
- mail distribution clerk
- mail filing clerk
- mail handler
- mail processing clerk
- mail sorter
- post office clerk
- postal clerk
Skills
You must be organized, responsible, and reliable. Your work must be accurate. Good health and physical stamina may be needed.
Job requirements
- High school and some college office administration courses may be required.
Other considerations
Movement to supervisor or facility management positions is possible with additional training or experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
North Shore
Cape Breton
Annapolis Valley
Southern
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Transportation and warehousing
Public administration
Health care and social assistance
Manufacturing
Retail trade
What is the age of Employment?
55-64
45-54
35-44
65+
25-34
15-24
Compared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
High school
$29,506 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$38,131 median annual incomeBachelor
$34,693 median annual incomeLess than high school
$38,104 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$35,851 median annual incomeCompared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
College Diploma
$36,304 median annual incomeHigh school
$32,903 median annual incomeBachelor
$41,755 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$34,807 median annual incomeLess than high school
$23,174 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult High School Siploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramThe Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) administers, coordinates, and supports the development and delivery of adult education programs through learning partners in Nova Scotia. Our learning partners include the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations that offer tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED, empowering Nova Scotians to achieve their learning and employment goals.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Employment requirements & contacts
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