Anyone interested in a challenging career with excellent pay needs to explore the Postal Service job market. The average annual salary for employees, including benefits, exceeds $77,000 and professional and administrative employees earn up to six figures per year. The new 7th edition covers ALL occupations from mail carrier, maintenance, and clerical to professional and administrative. A comprehensive 473 Postal Exam study guide is included. It provides all the information needed to locate and apply for job vacancies and prepare for postal exams and the job interview. Learn how to navigate the Postal service's eCareer hiring system and explore all available hiring options. Readers will discover how to get their foot in the door through casual temporary appointments. Having worked 35½ years for Uncle Sam, the author offers an insider's perspective on what it takes to go from job hunter to hired, and everything in between.