[Core] [86% incumbents] Remove containers of sorted mail or parcels and transfer them to designated areas according to established procedures.
  DWAs: Unload materials or equipment.

[Core] [86% incumbents] Sort and route incoming mail, and collect outgoing mail, using carts as necessary.
  DWAs: Sort mail. | Route mail to correct destinations.

[Core] [86% incumbents] Determine manner in which mail is to be sent, and prepare it for delivery to mailing facilities.
  DWAs: Analyze shipping information to make routing decisions.

[Core] [86% incumbents] Seal or open envelopes, by hand or by using machines.
  DWAs: Prepare outgoing mail.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Weigh packages or letters to determine postage needed, using weighing scales and rate charts.
  DWAs: Weigh parcels to determine shipping costs.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Remove from machines printed materials, such as labeled articles, postmarked envelopes or tape, and folded sheets.
  DWAs: Unload materials or equipment.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Operate computer-controlled keyboards or voice recognition equipment to direct items according to established routing schemes.
  DWAs: Operate computers or computerized equipment.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Lift and unload containers of mail or parcels onto equipment for transportation to sortation stations.
  DWAs: Unload materials or equipment.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Place incoming or outgoing letters or packages into sacks or bins based on destination or type, and place identifying tags on sacks or bins.
  DWAs: Attach identification information to products, items or containers. | Sort mail.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Clear jams in sortation equipment.
  DWAs: Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Read production orders to determine types and sizes of items scheduled for printing and mailing.
  DWAs: Read work orders to determine material or setup requirements.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Stamp dates and times of receipt of incoming mail.
  DWAs: Sort mail.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Add ink, fill paste reservoirs, and change machine ribbons when necessary.
  DWAs: Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition.

[Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Fold letters or circulars and insert them in envelopes.
  DWAs: Package objects for shipping.

[Core] [85% incumbents] Verify that items are addressed correctly, marked with the proper postage, and in suitable condition for processing.
  DWAs: Verify shipping documentation.

[Core] [85% incumbents] Affix postage to packages or letters by hand, or stamp materials, using postage meters.
  DWAs: Prepare outgoing mail.

[Core] [85% incumbents] Accept and check containers of mail or parcels from large volume mailers, couriers, and contractors.
  DWAs: Receive shipments.

[Supplemental] [85% incumbents] Inspect mail machine output for defects and determine how to eliminate causes of any defects.
  DWAs: Inspect items for damage or defects.

[Supplemental] [85% incumbents] Release packages or letters to customers upon presentation of written notices or other identification.
  DWAs: Obtain written authorization to perform activities.

[Supplemental] [85% incumbents] Answer inquiries regarding shipping or mailing policies.
  DWAs: Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.

[Supplemental] [85% incumbents] Adjust guides, rollers, loose card inserters, weighing machines, and tying arms, using rules and hand tools.
  DWAs: Adjust office equipment to ensure proper operation.

[Supplemental] [85% incumbents] Sell mail products, and accept payment for products and mailing charges.
  DWAs: Sell products or services. | Collect deposits, payments or fees.

[Core] [84% incumbents] Wrap packages or bundles by hand, or by using tying machines.
  DWAs: Package objects for shipping.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Contact delivery or courier services to arrange delivery of letters and parcels.
  DWAs: Coordinate shipping activities with external parties.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Mail merchandise samples or promotional literature in response to requests.
  DWAs: Send information, materials or documentation.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Start machines that automatically feed plates, stencils, or tapes through mechanisms, and observe machine operations to detect any malfunctions.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.85 lvl:4.15) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.36 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:2.97 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Law and Government (imp:2.55 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Education and Training (imp:2.54 lvl:2.48) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administrative (imp:2.53 lvl:2.83) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Administration and Management (imp:2.42) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.27 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Transportation (imp:2.06 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.53) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.82) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Communications and Media (imp:1.82) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.67 lvl:0.99) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Telecommunications (imp:1.65) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Foreign Language (imp:1.63) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Production and Processing (imp:1.58) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Psychology (imp:1.48) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Geography (imp:1.46 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.33) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Design (imp:1.27) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.19) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Mechanical (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Physics (imp:1.09) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Chemistry (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Fine Arts (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Biology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd

--- ABILITIES ---
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Control Precision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Rate Control (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Visualization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Time Sharing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Reaction Time (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Depth Perception (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.74 lvl:2.86) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.70 lvl:4.60) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.59 lvl:2.03) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:3.58 lvl:2.05) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.51 lvl:2.66) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.44 lvl:2.36) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.39 lvl:2.77) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Processing Information (imp:3.29 lvl:2.64) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Working with Computers (imp:3.29 lvl:2.56) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.23 lvl:3.16) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.11 lvl:2.05) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.06 lvl:2.05) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.04 lvl:2.36) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.03 lvl:2.69) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.91 lvl:1.93) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.88 lvl:2.34) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.87 lvl:1.83) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.87 lvl:2.46) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.86 lvl:1.92) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.84 lvl:1.90) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.83 lvl:2.15) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.79 lvl:1.53) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.78 lvl:2.17) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.69 lvl:2.11) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.64 lvl:2.00) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.62 lvl:1.51) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.62 lvl:1.71) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.49 lvl:1.74) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.41 lvl:1.57) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.39 lvl:1.39) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.39 lvl:1.24) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.31 lvl:1.36) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:0.94) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.20 lvl:1.79) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.15 lvl:1.20) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.14 lvl:1.08) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.13 lvl:1.51) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.09 lvl:1.28) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.92 lvl:1.28) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:1.70) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.61 lvl:0.59) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.16) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.11) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:1.15) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.82) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.64) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.44) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Perseverance (imp:0.39) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.31) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Humility (imp:0.18) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.15) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Initiative (imp:0.14) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.09) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.03) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Optimism (imp:-0.01) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.29) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.48) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.52) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.54) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.62 lvl:1.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:1.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Repairing (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 55,230
  annual_median    : $39,280
  annual_pct10     : $30,780
  annual_pct25     : $35,470
  annual_pct75     : $46,450
  annual_pct90     : $54,820
  annual_mean      : $41,650
  hourly_median    : $18.89

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($49,240)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($23,560)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.090x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (51 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   17,830  median: $  37,690
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    7,760  median: $  37,750
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:    5,290  median: $  42,500
  Manufacturing                            emp:    4,840  median: $  40,710
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    4,580  median: $  46,280
  Educational Services                     emp:    4,110  median: $  40,010
  Information                              emp:    3,660  median: $  34,670
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    1,700  median: $  40,700
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    1,650  median: $  46,260
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    1,020  median: $  38,630

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (17 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   17,830  median: $  37,690
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    7,760  median: $  37,750
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:    5,290  median: $  42,500
  Manufacturing                            emp:    4,840  median: $  40,710
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    4,580  median: $  46,280
  Educational Services                     emp:    4,110  median: $  40,010
  Information                              emp:    3,660  median: $  34,670
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    1,700  median: $  40,700
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    1,650  median: $  46,260
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    1,020  median: $  38,630

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:32:33.738810Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Military mail (similarity: 0.2432)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Military_mail
  QID: Q677859
  Extract: Military mail, as opposed to civilian mail, refers to the postal services provided by armed forces that allow serving members to send and receive mail. Military mail systems are often subsidized to ensure that military mail does not cost the sender any more than normal domestic mail. In some cases, 

  Title: United States Postal Service (similarity: 0.4944)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Postal_Service
  QID: Q668687
  Extract: The United States Postal Service is an independent agency of the executive branch of the United States federal government responsible for providing postal service in the United States, its insular areas and associated states. It is one of a few government agencies explicitly authorized by the Consti

  Title: Titanic (similarity: 0.1471)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titanic
  QID: Q25173
  Extract: RMS Titanic was a British ocean liner that sank in the early hours of 15 April 1912 as a result of striking an iceberg on her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City, United States. Of the 2,208 passengers and crew aboard, approximately 1,500 died, making the incident one of the de

  Title: General Post Office (similarity: 0.3500)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Post_Office
  QID: Q1325334
  Extract: The General Post Office (GPO) was the state postal system and telecommunications carrier of the United Kingdom until 1969. Established in England in the 17th century, the GPO was a state monopoly covering the dispatch of items from a specific sender to a specific receiver ; it was overseen by a Gove

  Title: 1940s in air cargo (similarity: 0.1519)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1940s_in_air_cargo
  QID: Q137638633
  Extract: This is a list of air cargo, airmail and airlift related events as well as a summary from the decade 1940–1949.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed task descriptions, work activities, and employment statistics from BLS OEWS May 2025. The occupation is well-documented with clear skill requirements and industry employment data.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T22:51:35.573242+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,551
tokens_output        : 4,070
cost_usd             : $0.044717
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with United States Postal Service being the closest semantic match at 0.494 similarity. This reflects the occupation's focus on private sector mail processing rather than government postal services.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators prepare and process incoming and outgoing mail for private organizations, handling everything from time-stamping and sorting to addressing and postage application. These workers operate mail processing equipment, maintain accurate records, and ensure efficient mail distribution within corporate, administrative, and professional service environments. With a median annual wage of $39,280 (BLS OEWS May 2025), this role serves as essential support infrastructure for business communications.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves sorting and routing incoming mail using established procedures, operating computer-controlled keyboards and mail processing machines to direct items to appropriate destinations. Workers weigh packages to determine postage costs using scales and rate charts, then seal or open envelopes either manually or with automated equipment. They regularly clear equipment jams, transfer sorted mail containers to designated areas, and place correspondence into sacks or bins based on destination type. The role requires maintaining accurate records of mail processing activities and coordinating with supervisors on routing procedures.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate strong attention to detail and dependability, as evidenced by the top work styles of dependability and attention to detail. The high Conventional RIASEC profile (6.46) indicates success for those who prefer structured, rule-based work environments with clear procedures. Strong near vision abilities (importance 3.4) and finger dexterity (importance 3.1) are crucial for handling mail items efficiently. Those comfortable with routine physical activities and basic technology tools like Microsoft Office software will find the work manageable and satisfying.

CAREER ENTRY:
This Job Zone 2 position requires minimal formal preparation, with 48.4% of workers having a high school diploma and 45.4% having less than high school education according to the education distribution. Basic reading comprehension and mathematics skills are essential, along with familiarity with customer service principles. Most training occurs on-the-job, focusing on specific mail processing procedures, equipment operation, and organizational protocols.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement typically leads to supervisory roles in mail services, shipping and receiving management, or administrative coordination positions. Workers may transition to related occupations like Postal Service Clerks, Shipping and Receiving Clerks, or Data Entry Keyers, leveraging their experience with information processing and logistics coordination. Some advance to roles in inventory management or administrative support positions within the same organizations.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 55,230 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $39,280, ranging from $30,780 to $54,820 (BLS OEWS May 2025). Geographic variation is moderate with a 2.09x ratio between highest-paying District of Columbia ($49,240) and lowest-paying Puerto Rico ($23,560). Employment concentrates in Administrative and Support Services (17,830 workers), Professional Services (7,760), and Finance and Insurance (5,290), reflecting the role's importance in business communication infrastructure. The demand remains steady as organizations continue requiring mail processing services despite digital communication growth.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Moderate automation risk exists as mail sorting and processing equipment becomes increasingly sophisticated. However, the role's emphasis on handling physical objects (importance 3.7, level 4.6) and performing general physical activities provides some protection from full automation. Tasks requiring judgment about mail routing and equipment maintenance will likely remain human-dependent in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Postal Service Clerks (43-5051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve mail sorting, routing, and processing with similar physical handling requirements and customer service knowledge.
    data: Sort and route incoming mail
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge (3.9 importance)
    data: Handling and Moving Objects (3.7 importance)
  [skill_overlap] Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared emphasis on handling and moving objects, information ordering abilities, and basic mathematics for weight/cost calculations.
    data: Handling and Moving Objects (3.7 importance)
    data: Information Ordering (3.1 importance)
    data: Mathematics knowledge (3.0 importance)
  [riasec_cluster] Data Entry Keyers (43-9021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit high Conventional RIASEC scores, requiring structured work with attention to detail and systematic processing.
    data: Conventional RIASEC score 6.46
    data: Attention to Detail work style
    data: Operation of computer-controlled keyboards
  [job_zone] Stockers and Order Fillers (53-7065.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both are Job Zone 2 positions requiring similar educational preparation and involving physical handling of items in organized systems.
    data: Job Zone 2
    data: 48.4% high school education
    data: Physical handling and sorting activities
  [transferable_skill] Office Machine Operators, Except Computer (43-9071.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared operation and control skills, equipment monitoring, and manual dexterity requirements for operating office machinery.
    data: Operation and Control transferable skill (2.9 importance)
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes (3.5 importance)
    data: Manual Dexterity (3.1 importance)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['mail clerk', 'mail machine operator', 'mail processing', 'mail sorting', 'envelope processing', 'postal machine', 'mail distribution', 'mailroom']
  exclude_keywords : ['postal service', 'mail carrier', 'postman', 'delivery driver', 'courier']
  title_patterns   : ['Mail Clerk', 'Mail Machine Operator', 'Mailroom Clerk', 'Mail Processing Clerk', 'Mail Sorter']
  common_variations: ['mailroom clerk', 'mail processing specialist', 'mail room operator', 'corporate mail clerk', 'office mail clerk', 'mail services clerk', 'mail center operator', 'mail handling clerk']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['mail', 'tendency', 'equipment', 'others', 'principles', 'materials', 'services', 'objects', 'procedures', 'activities', 'machines', 'processing', 'includes', 'control', 'hand', 'ideas', 'techniques', 'body', 'letters', 'identifying']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
mail                       42  0.01469  inference            inference:38%  onet_tasks:24%  wikipedia:19%
tendency                   42  0.01469  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  40  0.01399  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  dwas:20%  inference:15%
others                     38  0.01329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
principles                 17  0.00594  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:94%  inference:6%
materials                  16  0.00559  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  dwas:25%  onet_tasks:12%
services                   15  0.00524  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  inference:33%  wikipedia:13%
objects                    15  0.00524  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:13%  inference:7%
procedures                 14  0.00490  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  inference:29%  onet_tasks:7%
activities                 14  0.00490  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  inference:21%  dwas:14%
machines                   13  0.00455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:8%
processing                 13  0.00455  inference            inference:62%  onet_dimensions:31%  onet_tasks:8%
includes                   12  0.00420  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00420  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                       11  0.00385  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:36%
ideas                      11  0.00385  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                 10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
letters                     9  0.00315  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:67%  onet_dimensions:22%  wikipedia:11%
identifying                 9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
production                  9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
shipping                    9  0.00315  dwas                 dwas:67%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
rules                       9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
products                    9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:22%
problems                    9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
attention                   9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  wikipedia:11%
service                     9  0.00315  inference            inference:44%  wikipedia:33%  onet_dimensions:22%
management                  9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                    9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
events                      9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
quickly                     9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
orientation                 9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
united                      9  0.00315  wikipedia            wikipedia:89%  inference:11%
states                      9  0.00315  wikipedia            wikipedia:89%  inference:11%
needed                      8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
written                     8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  dwas:12%
arms                        8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
operations                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  wikipedia:12%