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As part of its 10-year plan, Delivering for America, the United States Postal Service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce. Presently, it is seeking rural mail carriers to join its team.

Among post offices that will host job fairs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST Wednesday, March 19, is the Elizabethton Post Office, 901 W. Elk Ave. Postal Service personnel will be on hand to assist with benefits, qualifications and application questions.

At $20.38 per hour, an RCA will have a continuous, part-time job. This on-call position could be ideal if one is retired, self-employed, an at-home parent, an educator, a night student or employed on an evening shift schedule. An RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas. This employee is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail, working part time when regular carriers have scheduled days off or vacation days. An RCA also sells stamps, supplies and money orders.

An applicant must have a valid state driver’s license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. A personal vehicle may be required. Becoming an RCA is the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits.

Applicants must be 18 years old and able to pass a criminal background investigation. Applicants must be available to work weekends and holidays. See the job posting for full details on duties, responsibilities, requirements and benefits information. Job postings are updated frequently, so check back often for additional opportunities.

Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers.