South Dakota State University (SDSU) is searching for a Storekeeper who will be responsible for processing all incoming and outgoing U.S. and campus mail, as well as delivering mail, packages, and warehouse materials across campus. Manages all shipping and receiving activities for items entering and leaving the central warehouse. Supports mail-related accounts payable functions and assists with the operations of multiple in‑house shop inventories. Provides courteous and efficient customer service to faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors.
This position is located in Brookings, SD
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure all Facilities & Services mailing and shipping operations are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
- Maintain full compliance with federal USPS regulations, including permit management and proper handling of all outgoing mailings.
- Oversee and manage the flow of USPS and campus mail to ensure daily deadlines are consistently met.
- Protect SDSU’s mailing permits and reduced‑postage eligibility by adhering to all postal requirements and preventing violations that could result in fines or loss of the 57007 ZIP code.
- Process and handle suspicious mail, confidential HR documents, and sensitive Residential Life materials with discretion and security.
- Assist students, parents, and campus departments in locating and resolving issues with missing or delayed packages.
- Support mail‑related accounts payable functions and billing processes
Benefits:
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Customer service techniques
- General Mail Room Knowledge
- General Shipping/Receiving Knowledge
- General warehouse/supply room and inventory procedures
- Basic computer skills
Skill & Ability to:
- Communicate concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Work within time constraints and with unpredictable workload
- Work in all weather conditions
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Prioritize work assignments
Required License:
Application Procedures:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
