The Postal Service’s career conferences are pulling in crowds this summer.
Carlos Perez, an acting customer services supervisor at the New Britain, CT, Post Office, was one of 183 attendees at a Connecticut District event held in June.
“There is so much knowledge in this room,” Perez said. “I’m going to work tomorrow with a richer perspective. I wish we could do these more often.”
The conferences allow participants to explore job opportunities and potential career paths, network with USPS leaders, take part in interactive sessions and even get a professional headshot.
The Postal Service scheduled 50 conferences across the nation, from May through August.
California 5 District broke its attendance record this year with more than 250 employees signing up for a June event, nearly 160 employees attended an event in Washington District.
“Even more impressive than the conference’s turnout was the engagement,” said Mina Varma, a Seattle employee development manager. “There were a lot of questions and discussions this year.”
The boost is not only for the employees who attend — managers benefit, too.
“These events help you spot more talent,” said Jack Colwell, a Connecticut District Post Office operations manager. “I’ve already spoken to a number of good candidates.”
Career conferences are open to all Postal Service employees while off the clock.
Employees can sign up for a career conference by clicking on the career conference banner on Blue or LiteBlue, which offers a list of available dates and locations, along with registration information.
