Postmaster how-to
How to Plan a Post Office’s Morning Operations
Mornings set the whole day.
Quick answer
Mornings set the whole day. In short: check; check; assign, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Check mail volume.
Check staffing.
Assign routes.
Prioritize parcels.
Get carriers out on time.
Monitor progress.
Safety reminders for postmasters
- Prevent dog bites
- Prevent heat illness
- Enforce vehicle safety
- Protect mail security
Key terms
USPS · ZIP Code · Mail class · Tracking · Postage · Route: see the full postmaster glossary.