Benefits & Pay

Career employees receive competitive pay and full benefits. Non-career employees receive limited benefits until they move into career positions.

Compensation

In addition to strong starting pay and scheduled raises, most employees may also receive:

• Overtime pay
• Night shift differential
• Sunday premium pay

Paid Time Off (Leave)

• Annual Leave (Vacation):

• 13 days per year for the first 3 years
• 20 days per year after 3 years
• 26 days per year after 15 years

Holidays

Employees receive 10 paid holidays each year.

Health Insurance

Career employees are eligible for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, with several plan options. The Postal Service covers most of the cost, and employee contributions are tax-free.

Dental & Vision Insurance

Access to the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program is available at group rates with tax-free contributions.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

After one year of service, career employees may enroll in FSAs to cover health and dependent care expenses using tax-free dollars.

Long-Term Care Insurance

Employees may choose coverage through the Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program to help with costs related to nursing homes, assisted living, or home care.

Retirement Benefits

• Pension Plan: Participation in the federal retirement system, with defined pension and disability coverage.
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): A retirement savings plan similar to a 401(k), with up to 5% Postal Service matching.
• Social Security & Medicare: New hires are covered under both programs.

Life Insurance

Basic coverage under the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance is provided at no cost. Additional coverage options are available through payroll deductions.

Commuter Program

Employees can buy transit and parking passes with pre-tax dollars, reducing commuting costs.

These benefits make USPS careers stable, rewarding, and secure.