Staff Shortage Leads to Closure: "Russia Post" Shuts Down in the Northern Omsk Region
In the town of Tara, the central branch of "Russian Post" situated on Lenin Square, 17, has temporarily halted its operations, as reported in the "Tara360" group on social network "VKontakte". Notably, this branch is home to the only "Post Bank" ATM in the city. According to the press service of the Omsk branch of "Russian Post" to the publication "RBK Omsk", customer service commenced on June 11, but due to a shortage of staff, the operating hours will be restricted: the branch will operate from Tuesday to Friday, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Currently, there are five postal branches in Tara, as listed on the "Russian Post" website. In addition, the "Russian Labor" portal indicates three job vacancies at this very branch: customer service operator, deputy head of the postal office, and head of the postal office. Each position offers a salary of up to 25,800 rubles, substantially lower than the average monthly nominal wage of Omsk region residents, which was 66,000 rubles at the beginning of 2025, according to Omskstat.
It's important to note that the staff shortage seems not to be an isolated issue, as similar shortages are observed in other branches of "Russian Post" in Omsk and the region's districts. The "Russian Labor" portal also lists various job announcements, including service heads, dispatchers, warehouse workers, and drivers.
Here are some potential reasons for staff shortages in such organizations:
- Economic Conditions: Workers might be drawn to other sectors with better pay or benefits.
- Work Environment: Poor working conditions or lack of career advancement opportunities could discourage potential employees.
- Demographic Changes: shifting population demographics, such as aging or migration, could affect the local workforce.
To find specific job openings and salary information for Russian Post branches in Tara and Omsk, consider visiting the official Russian Post website or HR portals, utilizing Russian job boards like HeadHunter or Indeed, or directly contacting the Russian Post branches in Tara and Omsk to inquire about available positions and salary ranges.
What could be the reasons for the staff shortage at the Russian Post branch in Tara, considering the significant difference in salaries compared to the average wage in the Omsk region? Is the politics of general-news in any way related to this staff shortage, especially given the ongoing staff shortages in other branches of Russian Post in Omsk and the region's districts?
