Army MOS · Support
F5 Postal Operations
Overview
The Postal Operations specialty identifies positions in postal activities other than those at battalion or unit level that require qualified Soldiers. These positions require qualifications in handling international mail, United States mail, and money orders, as well as selling postage.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- logistics and distribution
- chain-of-custody management
- records and documentation management
- customer service
- cash handling and accountability
- attention to detail
- process compliance and SOP adherence
- data entry and tracking
- fraud detection awareness
- physical security awareness
Civilian Software & Tools
- Collection Point Management System CPMS
- Address Management System AMS
- Automated Data Collection System ADCS
- NCR Advanced Store
- Inventory tracking software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
Civilian Career Paths
- Supply Chain Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Transportation Management
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) · Funded · Promotion points
- Mailpiece Design Professional (MDP)
- Certified Logistics Technician 4.0 (CLT 4.0)
Career Growth
- Certified Mail and Distribution Systems Manager (CMDM)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
What the Work Involves
- Organize and supervise activities, such as the processing of incoming and outgoing mail.
- Weigh letters and parcels, compute mailing costs based on type, weight, and destination, and affix correct postage.
- Sort incoming and outgoing mail, according to type and destination, by hand or by operating electronic mail-sorting and scanning devices.
- Obtain signatures from recipients of registered or special delivery mail.
- Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers.
Related Occupations
- Logistics Analysts
- Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service
- Project Management Specialists
- Procurement Clerks
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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