I applied online. I interviewed at US Postal Service (Wichita, KS) in Jan 2011
Interview
Hiring and Interview processes were straight forward. However, be prepared to submit to a battery of exams. You must have a minimum score to be considered. Additionally, prospective employees must understand that the USPS expects almost no flexibility with your work schedule.
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Question 1
Face to face interview was not difficult. To some the testing could be and the USPS does a decent job in helping you prepare for the exams.
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at US Postal Service (Salt Lake City, UT) in Apr 2015
Interview
I had a one on one conversation with an interviewer who went over my resume and explained job expectations and the next steps of the job process.
While the interview itself was surprisingly easy, the entire process to get the job was long and difficult. There are six steps, with a little waiting time between each:
1. Postal test (varies depending on the position you're interested in)
2. Application
3. Interview
4. Group orientation - Basically a Powerpoint presentation, with a group of applicants
5. Training - Two weeks of tests that you must pass.
6. Probation - Three months. Come to work, on time. Type fast, low error rate. Time your breaks.
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Question 1
Questions were mainly to affirm my application information and simple questions regarding my ability to handle job requirements (such as typing and sitting for long periods).
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at US Postal Service (Salt Lake City, UT) in Oct 2014
Interview
The applicants were brought into a big room together and asked to fill out an application. Then, you would hand in the application to the interviewer and they would ask you some questions to determine whether or not you are eligible to work there. Then, they ask you to choose your schedule and give you your start date for training.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 days. I interviewed at US Postal Service (Salt Lake City, UT) in Mar 2014
Interview
It was a pretty standard interview. After taking aptitude tests at a different location to qualify for the job, the in person interview was relatively easy. I was asked about past job history and performance. I was also asked about typing and scheduling availability if I were to be hired.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If I had difficulty working in a situation where talking would not be permitted for a long period of time.