Postmaster - Onsite Position with Provided Premises in Savant Lake, Ontario

Overview

Assume a key community leadership role as a Postmaster with Canada Post located in Savant Lake, Ontario. Reporting to the Superintendent/Local Area Manager, the Postmaster is charged with advocating for and selling postal products and services to the local community, managing staff, and fostering a customer-centric atmosphere in a dynamic setting of varying priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage continuously with the local populace concerning Canada Post's services and offerings.
• Drive sales and promotion of postal services to residents and local businesses.
• Provide and maintain suitable, centrally located premises within the community for the post office, available at least 30 days prior to commencement.
• Oversee daily post office operations, ensuring retail hours and delivery standards are consistently met.
• Manage financial aspects, including postal revenues and assets.
• Maintain diligent records and generate necessary reports.
• Support efficient administration of mail delivery routes.
• Possibly handle mail sorting for postal boxes when required.
• Supervise staff members as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and an organized environment compliant with Canada Post standards.
• Operate the post office with efficiency and due diligence.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Completion of High School Diploma or an equivalent provincial certification and/or hands-on experience in business management.
• Availability of owned or leased premises that are suitable, centrally located, barrier-free, and accessible to persons with disabilities; approval and inspections occur at least one month prior to employment start.
• Experience engaging with customers in retail, service, sales, and cash handling contexts.
• Familiarity with postal regulations, procedures, and mail handling methods.
• Physical capability to lift mail containers weighing up to 50 lbs, manipulate mailboxes, sort mail, and stand for long duration periods.

Premises and Operational Conditions

• Postmasters are responsible for the costs associated with premises including rent/lease, utilities, maintenance, cleaning, snow removal, municipal taxes, and insurance covering property and liability.
• Service hours are determined by Canada Post and may be adjusted as required.
• Appointments are subject to compliance with the Canada Post Act.

Additional Information

• Transfer requests from current Canada Post employees who belong to the CPAA may be prioritized, particularly from those within the specific area of competition.
• A lease allowance per annum is provided to partially offset premises operating expenses.
• An annual supplemental allowance may be available to assist with premises-related costs.

Values and Behaviour Standards

Canada Post centers its culture on the core values of Trust, Respect, and Deliver, emphasizing responsibility and dedication to customers and the country. Employees are expected to embody proactive, goal-driven behaviours such as decisiveness, accountability, service excellence, and pride in their roles.