Who We Are

SAG-AFTRA is the iconic American labor union that represents approximately 160,000 media professionals. SAG-AFTRA employees support our members and thrive on securing the strongest protections by negotiating the best wages, working conditions, health and pension benefits. We preserve and expand members’ work opportunities, vigorously enforce our contracts and protect our members against unauthorized use of their work. ​

What You’ll Do

The Residuals Processing Specialist –Mail Team is responsible for mailing residual payments received from studio and payroll houses.  Payments are delivered through methods that include first class mail and UDDD.

 (This section provides a general summary of the most significant job duties performed. It does not explain in detail every single duty performed.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Run checks through Xerox Nuvera machines
• Manage the organizing of checks directed to designated sorting trays i.e., direct deposit, hand matching and special handling
• Run checks through Pitney Bowes machine to fold, stuff, seal and add postage for mailing
• Perform daily maintenance on machines e.g., air blow out for dust, cleaning of filters, tightening loose parts, switching out broken or worn parts and adding sealant
• Troubleshoot and communicate technical issues with equipment in the machine room
• Assist with paper and envelope management
• Stacking deliveries and loading onto machines
• Break down boxes
• Add postage to Pitney Bowes machines
• Relay info to Workflow for payment
• Other duties or special projects as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

(The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.)

• Demonstrate effective skills in the use of PC applications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to adapt to a fast paced environment
• Ability to be flexible
• Ability to lift 30-45lbs
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English; in both verbal and written form
• Must be detail oriented
• Able to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks under daily deadlines
• Able to work under pressure
• Capable of taking direction from more than one supervisor
• Superlative interpersonal skills: Excellent phone manners. High degree of patience and tact. Must be able to cultivate respectful, strategic and collaborative relationships with people from diverse backgrounds both internally and externally
• Have an understanding and awareness of worker rights impacting SAG-AFTRA members
• Hold yourself and others accountable for a high level of performance and integrity
• Must be able to work in a challenging environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined by SAG-AFTRA’s attendance policy

Must be available and willing to work extended hours per day or per week, including weekends, as SAG-AFTRA determines is necessary to meet its business needs

What You’ll Need

We want to make sure you’re successful. To be considered, you must have:

(The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of Oracle a plus

 Certificates, licenses, and/or registrations:

• N/A

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic skills: spelling, math, grammar and filing – passing score: 76%
• 10-Key test
• Typing test 25 WPM
• Word test (basic) – passing score: 76%

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Unless otherwise stated, the work environment is normal and absent of disagreeable elements. (Please note: do not alter the percentages, instead apply physical description to appropriate percentage) 

Regularly (90-100%) Sitting, listening/hearing, seeing, talking, bending, lifting, standing, walking, typing

Frequently (34-66%)

Occasionally (12-33%) Sitting and writing

Rarely (0-11%)

What You’ll Get

We are a great place to work because we offer:

• The hourly rate for this position is $22.00 per hour along with excellent employee benefits and perks such as a 35-hour work week.
• Colleagues that are passionate about what we do and how they contribute to our mission
• Balance between work and home life responsibilities
• Affordable and comprehensive medical and dental plans
• Generous pension plan
• Employee discounts and perks