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

Part-Time USPS Assistant Rural Carrier – West Des Moines

Posted on August 16, 2026

West Des Moines, IA Part Time $19 - $22

Part-Time Job Highlights – West Des Moines

Fast Facts

  • Part-Time Salary: $19-$22/Hour (approx. $25.1k/Year)
  • Benefits: Flexible scheduling to fit your personal or study commitments.
  • Company: United States Postal Service
  • Worksite: West Des Moines, IA
  • Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our West Des Moines location.
  • Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.
  • Job Title: USPS Assistant Rural Carrier – Flexible Part-Time Role
  • This part-time role in West Des Moines is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in West Des Moines, IA is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in West Des Moines, a key hub for the Government And Logistics industry.


Weekend Warrior? Read This.

With the explosive growth of e-commerce, postal operations now run 7 days a week. The Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) is a specialized, part-time position designed exclusively to manage weekend and holiday package volume.

What You DOWhat You DON'T DO
Deliver high-value Amazon & Priority parcelsCase or sort standard letter mail
Work exclusively Saturdays, Sundays & HolidaysWork Monday through Friday
Use your personal vehicle (with mileage reimbursement)Deal with micromanagement

This role is the absolute perfect secondary income for professionals wanting to pad their bank accounts without disrupting their primary 9-to-5 career!