EasyCareers Job Posting: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in Des Moines, IA. Salary: $19 - $22.

USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery

Posted on June 10, 2026

Des Moines, IA Part Time $19 - $22

Part-Time Job Highlights – Des Moines

Fast Facts

  • Compensation (Part-Time): $19-$22/Hour (approx. $25.1k/Year)
  • Part-Time Job in Des Moines: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery
  • Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our Des Moines location.
  • Company: United States Postal Service
  • Location: Des Moines, IA
  • Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.
  • Benefits: Eligible part-time team members may receive select benefits.
  • This part-time role in Des Moines is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Des Moines, IA is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in Des Moines, a key hub for the Government And Logistics industry.


"Delivering mail in rural America is peaceful, independent work. You are a post office on wheels for communities that really rely on you."
- Sarah M., Current Rural Carrier

Your 3-Step Daily Routine:

  1. The Morning Sort: Arrive at the local station early to case (sort) your letters and flats into precise delivery sequence.
  2. Load the Vehicle: Pack your personal right-hand-drive vehicle (or provided LLV) to the brim with packages and mail, maximizing space for your expansive route.
  3. Hit the Open Road: Navigate country roads, agricultural zones, and winding paths, delivering directly to curbside boxes and selling stamps to remote customers.

Why Rural? You operate with total independence. Once you leave the station, you manage your own pace. Plus, you receive a generous, tax-free Equipment Maintenance Allowance (EMA) if you use your personal vehicle!