SOC 11-9131
Postmasters and Mail Superintendents
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ55/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ13,810
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$93K
$81K โ $109K
Projected Growth
๐-3.5%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค74/100
High exposure
๐ก Postmasters and Mail Superintendents face a risk score of 55/100 โ 11 points above the national average of 44. With 74/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite weak projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $93K ($46K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 55/100, Postmasters and Mail Superintendents faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-powered research and literature review tools are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 13,810 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in strategic vision-setting in uncertain markets and navigating complex interpersonal and political dynamics to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Postmasters and Mail Superintendents?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-powered research and literature review tools
Project management automation and resource allocation AI
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
Chatbot-based employee self-service reducing HR management
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Strategic vision-setting in uncertain markets
Navigating complex interpersonal and political dynamics
Conflict resolution and mediation across departments
Inspiring and leading teams through organizational change
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Monitor employees' work schedules and attendance for payroll purposes.
Organize and supervise activities, such as the processing of incoming and outgoing mail.
Resolve customer complaints.
Prepare employee work schedules.
Direct and coordinate operational, management, and supportive services of one or a number of postal facilities.
๐ป Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Procurement software
Electronic mail software
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Administration and Management
Public Safety and Security
English Language
Production and Processing
Customer and Personal Service
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers | 16 | $145K | 78% |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 23 | $168K | 79% |
| Fundraising Managers | 24 | $123K | 77% |