Offices to help applicants apply for open positions.
Postal employees will be on site to answer questions about openings and the online application process. Positions include Rural Carrier Associate (RCA), Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC), and Holiday Clerk Assistant (HCA), starting at $21.89/hour (RCA/ARC) and $21.44/hour (HCA).
Whether you are looking for a temporary holiday position or something leading to a long-term career, the Postal Service offers a variety of opportunities in a fast-paced environment and exciting team.
USPS Job Fair
Friday, October 16, 2026; 10 am – 1 pm
San Marcos Post Office – 420 N. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. San Marcos, CA 92069
Valley Center Post Office – 28588 Cole Grade Rd Valley Center, CA 92082
Attendees are encouraged to register at the links below:
San Marcos Post Office – https://usps.avaturefed.net/FieldHREvent?eventId=132177
Valley Center Post Office – https://usps.avaturefed.net/FieldHREvent?eventId=132175
Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) – $21.89/hour RCAs deliver mail and packages in rural and suburban areas. This role typically requires availability up to six days a week and is a strong entry point for those interested in a long-term USPS career.
Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) – $21.89/hour ARCs primarily deliver packages on Sundays and holidays. The position is part-time, ideal for those with another job or seeking extra income, and supports one of USPS’s fastest-growing services—package delivery.
Holiday Clerk Assistant (HCA) – $21.44/hour HCAs are hired as temporary seasonal support during the holiday period. The role performs a variety of distribution, sales, and customer support duties for postal products and services at a local post office.
How to Apply …. Applications are accepted online at usps.com/careers. Applicants can search and apply for Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) and Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) positions by selecting the job title and choosing California under location. For Holiday Clerk Assistant (HCA) openings, search by job title or the keyword “holiday.”
Positions will be posted Friday through Tuesdays until filled; applicants should refer to each posting for full duties and responsibilities.
The United States Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer offering a fast-paced, rewarding work environment with competitive compensation packages, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement.
Please Note: The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 170 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is currently pursuing a transformation plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands.
The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
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