Raschelle Parker, Washington, DC
“Personal touch” was a lovely story about letter writing. […]
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Phishing
Phishing scams — attempts to steal IDs, passwords and other sensitive information from an employee or consumer — are prevalent online. The CyberSafe at USPS site on Blue has tips to identify and avoid phishing. […]
American Philatelic Society Executive Director Scott English
“The Postal Service expands the world and reaches every person with its stamps. … I thank USPS for all the work they do to make stamp collecting exciting for everyone.” […]
Read More… from American Philatelic Society Executive Director Scott English
Mules of engagement
Talk about last-mile service. The Postal Service continues to use mules to deliver mail to Supai, AZ, a tiny town at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. The news site Only in Your State recently reported on the deliveries, noting that a contractor drives about 70 miles each day to the canyon rim, where he […]
Systems unavailable
Due to scheduled system upgrades, the eAccess and ePasswordReset systems will be unavailable this weekend. The outage is scheduled to begin Saturday, Feb. 13, at 4 p.m. EST and conclude Sunday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m. EST. During the down time, users will be unable to access the eAccess system. Any requests pending in eAccess […]
Zero tolerance
The Postal Service is committed to fostering a positive and safe work environment that’s free of threats, fear and violence for every employee. To help fulfill this commitment, a Threat Assessment Team (TAT) is available at headquarters, the areas, and in every district office to respond to threats and potential violence. TAT members are trained […]
Heroes’ corner
Rock Hill, SC, Letter Carrier Mark Pizzo was delivering mail recently when he saw a pit bull grip its jaws onto a little girl’s head. Pizzo yelled at the dog, but nothing happened. “Then I heard her scream,” he told WBTV. “I’ll never forget the scream. The scream I will never forget for as long as […]
USPS financial results
The Postal Service has reported operating revenue of $19.3 billion for fiscal 2016’s first quarter (Oct. 1-Dec. 31, 2015), an increase of $613 million — or 3.3 percent — compared to the same period one year earlier. The increase was driven by a 16 percent increase in package volume and a 13.5 percent rise in […]
Mary Palacio, Eton, GA
The EAS Leadership Development program is a great opportunity for employees. I’d love to learn more about our business and grow with the Postal Service. […]
Workplace violence training available
Managers can learn how to reduce and respond to instances of workplace violence by taking the Workplace Violence Awareness training course through the online Learning Management System. This training session, a one-time requirement for supervisors and managers with subordinate employees who’ve never completed the course, must be completed by March 31.The course number is 10014893. […]
Alyson Thompson, Portland, ME
Today’s hero is featured in a full-length article. […]
Dakotas District Marketing Manager Jana Miles
“We want to get people out of the line and improve the customer experience by moving them to the self-service kiosk, where they can go 24/7.” […]
Read More… from Dakotas District Marketing Manager Jana Miles
Scanning scorecard
The national scanning score was 96.94 percent for the week ending Jan. 29, up from one week earlier. Western (97.57 percent) again led the areas. Southern (97.16 percent) finished second and Great Lakes (97.12 percent) took third. Among the districts, Portland (98.06 percent) climbed two spots to take first. Western New York (98 percent) was […]
Now open
The Postal Service is now accepting applications for a program to help field employees develop their leadership skills. The EAS Leadership Development (ELD) online application system opened Feb.1 and will close Feb. 22 at 11:59 p.m. CST. The program helps prepare area and district employees for future managerial positions throughout the Postal Service. Participants develop their […]
Tax matters
The Postal Service is mailing employees an important tax document they may need when completing their 2015 federal income tax returns. Form 1095-C, Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage, is a new IRS form created to fulfill the reporting requirements of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Beginning with tax year 2015, the ACA requires the […]
Western side story
Western Area VP Drew Aliperto will retire from the Postal Service, effective March 1. Aliperto has led the area since 2012. Previously, he served as Pacific Area vice president from 2009-2012. “These are two of the most complex regions within the Postal Service, and he delivered results in both,” PMG Megan Brennan wrote in a […]
Heroes’ corner
Portland, ME, Letter Carrier Alyson Thompson knows the customers on her route well. When she recently discovered a customer collapsed near his home, she called 911 and stayed with the man until paramedics arrived. The customer, who is elderly, has a soft spot for Thompson. “He calls me his girlfriend and told me that he […]
Walterboro, SC, Letter Carrier C.J. Wilford
“Every customer brings revenue that we can’t afford to lose.” […]
Brandon Spencer, Clinton, IA
Clinton, IA, City Carrier Assistant Brandon Spencer was delivering packages recently when he heard children calling for help. He found two girls standing over their father, who had collapsed in a driveway. Spencer told the girls to call 911 and began performing CPR on the man until emergency responders arrived. The man was taken a […]
Delivered scans
When customers pick up packages or letters after receiving a notice, be sure to complete a “Delivered” scan. Tracking is important to customers and lets senders know their mailpieces have been delivered. […]
Kevin Staub, Fort Worth, TX
The photos of carriers making deliveries during the recent winter storm on the East Coast were truly incredible. I applaud their effort. […]
Bright and beautiful
The Postal Service dedicated the Botanical Art stamps Jan. 29 at an American Philatelic Society event in Atlanta. The stamp art features 10 individual designs based on vintage illustrations taken from 19th- and early 20th-century plant and seed catalogs. “These gorgeous images will travel on letters and packages to millions of homes and businesses throughout […]
Guess the clue
A Postal Service stamp is slated to be a clue on the Monday, Feb. 1, edition of “Jeopardy!” The stamp honors an African-American civil rights leader in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Think you know the clue? Tune in to find out. Check local listings for times and stations. […]
Self Plus One
Postal Service employees and retirees can choose Self Plus One health coverage during a special enrollment period beginning Feb. 1. The enrollment is only for employees and retirees currently in the Self and Family coverage level who want to move to Self Plus One coverage. Self Plus One is a new Federal Employee Health Benefits […]
Postal Pulse: Year 2
USPS will begin conducting the next Postal Pulse employee survey Tuesday, Feb. 16. All employees are strongly encouraged to participate. The survey is designed to help USPS improve engagement, which describes employees’ involvement, enthusiasm and positive contributions to the organization. The survey has 13 questions and takes about 3-5 minutes to complete. The deadline is Friday, […]
African-American History Month
African-American History Month, observed each February, is a time to celebrate the heritage of African-Americans and their contributions to the nation. To mark this year’s commemoration, USPS will dedicate a stamp Feb. 2 honoring African-American religious leader Richard Allen. It will be the 39th stamp in the Black Heritage series, which also has honored leaders […]
STI courses updated
The Learning Management System welcome page has an updated list of Strategic Training Initiative courses. Employees should note the audience specifications, course availability and completion date. The list also is posted on Blue. […]
Vaughn Longanecker, Portland, OR
“Pigskin pen pals” shows the power of the pen. Way to go Blaine, MN, first-graders. […]
Capital Metro Area VP Kristin Seaver
“If there is any advantage to inclement weather, it’s the opportunity to showcase the successful momentum of #PostalProud. The world notices how quickly we’re back on the streets after any major snowstorm and the critical role we serve to keep customers connected through mail.” […]
Havinder Ajimal, Van Nuys, CA
Van Nuys, CA, Maintenance Mechanic Havinder Ajimal was riding in the passenger seat of a postal vehicle recently when the driver suddenly fell unconscious. Ajimal quickly took control of the vehicle, maneuvered across two lanes of highway traffic and stopped on the shoulder. The driver later received medical treatment and recovered. […]