organizational structure

USPS Human Resources: RIF Competitive Areas for the Postal Service

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April 16, 2026 The Postal Service divides its organizational structure into multiple competitive areas for reduction in force (RIF) and transfer of function (TOF) purposes. Competitive areas are established based on organizational factors (separate operation, work function, staff, and personnel management authority) and geographical location factors. During the RIF process, an employee can only be … Read more

USPS OIG Report: Postal Service’s Plans to Resolve Post Office Suspensions

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Background A post office suspension occurs when the U.S. Postal Service temporarily stops operations at a Postal Service-operated retail facility. A facility may be suspended due to a natural disaster, termination of a lease or rental agreement, lack of qualified personnel to operate the office, irreparable or severe damage to the retail facility, or the … Read more