Consumer Alert
Looking for a postal job? Also look out for job scams
Thinking about applying for a job with the United States Postal Service (USPS)? Make sure you’re dealing with the real thing. Scammers advertise jobs that don’t actually exist to try to steal your money and personal information — and one way they do that is by pretending to be USPS. So how do you know if that postal ad or offer you get is a scam?
Let’s start with how this might play out: a scammer posts an ad or listing for a (fake) mail processor or other job at USPS. It links to a website that looks like a real USPS website, with the logo and everything…but it’s a copy. And when you reach out, they tell you there’s a fee for a “registration,” “application,” or “employment” package. Or a fee to apply. Or a fee to take the Postal Service exam. See a pattern here?
No matter what they say, here’s the takeaway: It’s always free to apply for a postal job. And information about job openings with USPS is free and available to everyone.
So remember:
- Don't pay for the promise of a job. Honest employers, like USPS and other government agencies, will never ask you to pay to get a job. Anyone who does is a scammer. If you ended up paying a scammer, contact the company you used to see if the payment can be reversed.
- Use official websites — like usps.com/employment or USAJobs.gov — to find and apply for jobs with USPS or other government agencies.
And if you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
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Great advice! I wished I had learned about consumer.ftc.gov.
Very helpful information! My Sister is grateful as well! Thank you
Great info. I was a government employee for 30 years.
Scammers are just in the corner wherever you for living.
Technology makes us easy to apply Job that you don’t have to go the exact locations but we have to be careful not to go in the wrong people.
In reply to Scammers are just in the… by Editha
Site postalserviceplacement.com is a SCAM operating from Burberry Way, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129. Look exactly like the USPS site. BUT they ask for a Registration Fee of $39.
In reply to Site postalserviceplacement… by Clyde Tolson
Do you know if theres an after effect? Are they able to make purchases off your card now or do they just have $40? Seems kinda lame to go through all the effort of nigh impersonating a government agency for what amounts to half a days work at a fast food joint.
The website postalserviceplacement.com falsely advertised that they are USPS online and stupid me, i paid thinking I would see the actual application. Firstly, there was no opening in my city like they had advertised online, secondly, I realized they were a scam and asked for a refund and they said that I needed to wait 30 for money back guaranteed, should I not be chosen. How am I supposed to be chosen if there is no opening in my area. I did as they suggested to apply in a different city and I did and ended up not being selected. Then they said take an assessment. How in the world do I force take an assessment I was never given or considered for. Basically, this company is a big joke and runs you in circles.
They r using Amazon part time requirements job so everyone trusted on them
Beware: Scammed by usjobsplacement.com!
I recently fell victim to the deceitful tactics of Usjobsplacement.com, and I must say it was a complete nightmare. Initially, I was thrilled at the prospect of applying for a job with the United States Postal Service through their platform. Little did I know that I was about to be taken for a ride.
First off, they charged me an outrageous $89 application fee, claiming it was a standard part of the process. Foolishly, I went along with it, thinking it was legitimate. However, as I delved deeper, I realized I had been duped. The United States Postal Service does NOT charge any fees for employment or taking postal exams. I felt like a fool for falling for their scam.
To make matters worse, when I tried to reach out to their customer support for a refund or clarification, I was met with silence. No response whatsoever. It's clear they have no intention of providing any sort of legitimate service or support to their customers. They're just out to make a quick buck at the expense of unsuspecting job seekers.
It's appalling to think that there are companies out there preying on people's dreams of finding employment. Usjobsplacement.com is a prime example of such despicable behavior. They not only stole my hard-earned money but also shattered my trust in online job platforms.
I urge anyone considering using Usjobsplacement.com to steer clear. Don't make the same mistake I did. Save yourself the headache and financial loss by avoiding this scam at all costs. Trust me, you'll thank yourself later.
In summary, Usjobsplacement.com is nothing but a scam operation, and they deserve to be shut down for good. Shame on them for taking advantage of innocent job seekers like myself.
1 star out of 5. Avoid at all costs!
Sincerely,
A Disappointed Victim
In reply to Beware: Scammed by… by Quovadis Burwell
unfortunately, i also fell victim to this trap, i wish i had seen this before, this happens over a month ago, i called several times, leave messages, actually now you can't even leave a message. I couldn't believe there are deceitful people out there trying to rob innocent people. I was charged an outrageous amount of $89 I hope these scammers will be caught.
Scam Alert: Fraudulent site postalservicesplacement.com
Fake postal job application website charged me upfront fee to apply for City Carrier position. I attempted to contact scammers on the number 800-305-1514 my calls were not answered and repeatedly disconnected. You end up paying them $39 through bank card.
The fraudsters advertising fake postal service jobs on Google. It raises serious questions about the trust and safety of individuals who have fallen victim to this postal job scam. FTC and the postal inspection service must take immediate action against postal job scammers.
I was just contacted by CareerBuilder which linked me to postalservicesourcesrc.com which offered a 200% cash back offer on a $48 placement fee. They claimed they would pay back $96 if you weren't hired. This immediately rung my alarm bells.
So watch out for CareerBuilder's automated messages. They are now officially sending out scam emails.
In reply to I was just contacted by… by Anonymous
Pure scam. It is very disappointing that authorities like federal trade commission and the postal inspection service not taking action against fraudulent sites postalservicesourcesrc.com/postalservicesplacement.com
They deserve to be shut down for good.
In reply to Pure scam. It is very… by Johnny Harrison
If you get a scam email, text, or message, report it to the FTC at www.ReportFraud.ftc.gov. The information you give goes into a secure database the FTC and other law enforcement agencies use for investigations.
postaljobssourcegc <- also a scam site being posted
Take action against PostalServicesPlacement.com website. Charged me an application fee twice of $39 and did not reverse the payment, it is nothing but a scam operation
I've been receiving a text saying that the package I was expecting was damaged and then it wants me to pay money. I know this is a scam because I received a text during a time that I wasn't expecting a package because I hadn't ordered anything. Good try though