Job Description
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Job Requisition Id: 1+0255
Business Function: Retail
Primary City: Gwynne
Province: Alberta
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Permanent
Language Requirement: English Essential
Employee Class and Level: RVSGA30 - Level 3
Working Hours: 28 hours/week
Schedule: Mon 07:30-12:00 and 12:30-14:00
Tue - Fri 07:30-12:00 and 12:30-13:30
Number of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $20.75/hr
Job Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2026/06/18
Job Description
Take on the responsibility of a community leader with Canada Post. The Postmaster, reporting to the Superintendent/Local Area Manager, is responsible for promoting and selling postal products and services to the public and businesses in the community. As Postmaster, you will be the face of the Post Office in your community service area, supervising staff and ensuring that Canada Post demonstrates an energetic customer focus and commitment to the community in an environment of multiple priorities.
Job Responsibilities
Liaise with the local community with respect to Canada Post service and products
Sell and promote postal products and services to the public and businesses
Be able to provide suitable premises in a central location within the community within 30 days should you be the successful candidate.
Administer the post office to meet retail hours of operation and delivery expectations
Manage postal revenue, assets and values
Maintain records and prepare reports
Assist with effective management of mail delivery routes
May sort mail to postal boxes
May supervise staff
Keep post office neat and presentable, and maintain cleanliness in accordance with Canada Post’s standards
Operate the post office with due diligence and efficiency
Qualifications
High School Diploma, or provincial equivalency and/or experience in business administration
Owned or leased premises (suitable, central and barrier-free) available one month prior to the date of hire
Experience interacting with the public in a retail and/or service environment, including sales and cash transactions
Knowledge of regulations, methods and procedures for processing mail and providing postal services
Physically fit to lift mail containers of up to 50 lb, push or pull boxes, and sorting mail and standing for extended periods of time
Premises requirements:
Premises must be fully accessible to persons with disabilities, and be available for review and approval at least one month before hire.
Postmasters are responsible for rent or lease charges, heating, lighting, cleaning, routine general maintenance, snow removal, municipal taxes, and the necessary property and liability insurance coverage.
Appointments are subject to the conditions of the Canada Post Act
The hours of service to the public will be determined by the Canada Post and are subject to change under varying circumstances.
Other Information
TRANSFER: Priority consideration will be given to transfer requests from employees who are members of CPAA, with preference to members in the posted Area of Competition.
COMPETITION: Employees who are members of CPAA, priority consideration will be given to members in the posted Area of Competition. Term employees with continuous employment in CPAA may apply in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
Total Hours per Week: 28
Leasing Allowance: A leasing allowance of $ 2,020.00 per year will be provided to help offset the costs of operating a Post Office.
Supplemental Allowance: An allowance paid out once annually may be available to help offset the costs associated with providing the premises.
Canada Post’s values and behaviours
Our Values - Trust, Respect and Deliver represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one and another and our shared duty to our country.
Our behaviours – Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride; embody our values, bringing them to life and guiding our actions.
We’re committed to living these values and practicing these behaviours every day. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting the Canada Post website.
Job Requisition Id: 1+0255
Business Function: Retail
Primary City: Gwynne
Province: Alberta
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Permanent
Language Requirement: English Essential
Employee Class and Level: RVSGA30 - Level 3
Working Hours: 28 hours/week
Schedule: Mon 07:30-12:00 and 12:30-14:00
Tue - Fri 07:30-12:00 and 12:30-13:30
Number of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $20.75/hr
Job Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2026/06/18
Job Description
Take on the responsibility of a community leader with Canada Post. The Postmaster, reporting to the Superintendent/Local Area Manager, is responsible for promoting and selling postal products and services to the public and businesses in the community. As Postmaster, you will be the face of the Post Office in your community service area, supervising staff and ensuring that Canada Post demonstrates an energetic customer focus and commitment to the community in an environment of multiple priorities.
Job Responsibilities
Liaise with the local community with respect to Canada Post service and products
Sell and promote postal products and services to the public and businesses
Be able to provide suitable premises in a central location within the community within 30 days should you be the successful candidate.
Administer the post office to meet retail hours of operation and delivery expectations
Manage postal revenue, assets and values
Maintain records and prepare reports
Assist with effective management of mail delivery routes
May sort mail to postal boxes
May supervise staff
Keep post office neat and presentable, and maintain cleanliness in accordance with Canada Post’s standards
Operate the post office with due diligence and efficiency
Qualifications
High School Diploma, or provincial equivalency and/or experience in business administration
Owned or leased premises (suitable, central and barrier-free) available one month prior to the date of hire
Experience interacting with the public in a retail and/or service environment, including sales and cash transactions
Knowledge of regulations, methods and procedures for processing mail and providing postal services
Physically fit to lift mail containers of up to 50 lb, push or pull boxes, and sorting mail and standing for extended periods of time
Premises requirements:
Premises must be fully accessible to persons with disabilities, and be available for review and approval at least one month before hire.
Postmasters are responsible for rent or lease charges, heating, lighting, cleaning, routine general maintenance, snow removal, municipal taxes, and the necessary property and liability insurance coverage.
Appointments are subject to the conditions of the Canada Post Act
The hours of service to the public will be determined by the Canada Post and are subject to change under varying circumstances.
Other Information
TRANSFER: Priority consideration will be given to transfer requests from employees who are members of CPAA, with preference to members in the posted Area of Competition.
COMPETITION: Employees who are members of CPAA, priority consideration will be given to members in the posted Area of Competition. Term employees with continuous employment in CPAA may apply in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
Total Hours per Week: 28
Leasing Allowance: A leasing allowance of $ 2,020.00 per year will be provided to help offset the costs of operating a Post Office.
Supplemental Allowance: An allowance paid out once annually may be available to help offset the costs associated with providing the premises.
Canada Post’s values and behaviours
Our Values - Trust, Respect and Deliver represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one and another and our shared duty to our country.
Our behaviours – Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride; embody our values, bringing them to life and guiding our actions.
We’re committed to living these values and practicing these behaviours every day. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting the Canada Post website.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Postmaster - Premises provided by Postmaster (Group Office) position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Alberta Beach offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
