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Saves Assistant Part-Time
- Palmdale, California
- City of Palmdale, CA
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Business License Coordinator I,II, Senior, Supervising
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- Full Time
- Public Health
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City Attorney
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- City of Palmdale, CA
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Associate Engineer
- Palmdale, California
- City of Palmdale, CA
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- Full Time
- Engineering
Volunteer Opportunities
- Palmdale, California
- City of Palmdale, CA
$0.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- non-profit management
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- Palmdale, California
- Northrop Grumman
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Palmdale, California
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- Full Time
- Federal Government
FIREFIGHTER (HAZMAT TECHNICIAN/BASIC LIFE SUPPORT) - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY
- Palmdale, California
- Department of the Air Force
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Clinician I - School Base Services West
- Palmdale, California
- Hathaway-Sycamores CFS
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- Federal Government
- Public Health
Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst
- Palmdale, California
- General Dynamics Information Technology
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Air Traffic Control Specialist
- Palmdale, California
- Robinson Aviation
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- Aviation or Harbor
Senior Program Planning & Scheduling Analyst DoD Secret
- Palmdale, California
- Northrop Grumman
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Delta Air Lines
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- Palmdale, California
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- Palmdale, California
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- Federal Government
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- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
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- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Entry Level (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
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14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Entry Level (93550)
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- Palmdale, California
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- Federal Government
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- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
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- Federal Government
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- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Senior Systems Engineer & Execution Lead Top Secret
- Palmdale, California
- Northrop Grumman
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- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Find Success in US Army (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
19K Armor Crewmember - Find Success in US Army (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Entry Level (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Hiring Immediately (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Find Success in US Army (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- US ARMY
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- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- US ARMY
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Find Success in US Army (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Senior Principal Electronics & Communications Eng - TS/SCI
- Palmdale, California
- Northrop Grumman
- Full Time
- Federal Government
19K Armor Crewmember - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (93550)
- Palmdale, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Palmdale, California
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety

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Saves Assistant Part-Time
- Palmdale, California United States
- City of Palmdale, CA
- Jul 15, 2026
- $25.21 - $32.18 Hourly - Full Time
City of Palmdale, CA

Help us build a city. The City of Palmdale is seeking motivated applicants that will further our commitment to providing inclusive and accessible services to the diverse, resilient community we serve. We offer the opportunity to shape the future of a quickly growing city. At only 25% of full build-out, there is amazing growth potential now and well into the future. We seek motivated professionals who want to leave a legacy through their work in various fields. The City of Palmdale has opportunities in Public Safety, Maintenance, Finance, Communications, Civil Engineering, Parks & Recreation, and so much more. Join our team and help us build a city. It's the people that make us Palmdale. Beyond all the projects and all the potential are the people that make the City of Palmdale an exceptional place to work. We are a family of dedicated team members who know each other and care about each other, which is why we can accomplish so much together. We are proud to have an employee-centric culture, and our policies reflect that – the City works on a 4/10 schedule, with four 10-hour workdays, closed every Friday to help employees enjoy work-life balance. Come help us build a future. We value ideas and pride ourselves on being willing to take risks essential for innovation and growth. It is part of our culture to listen to our employees and be open to new ideas and perspectives. We support our staff in their desire to contribute to the community and make a difference. The City of Palmdale is committed to diversity and inclusivity at every level, and we are building a diverse staff in culture, ability, age, and more. We are building the staff of the future.
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- $25.21 - $32.18 Hourly
- Full Time
- Jul 15, 2026
Job Description
DESCRIPTION

The full salary range for this position is as follows: $25.21 to $32.18. Expected hiring range is as follows: $25.21-$27.80.

The SAVES Assistant is a hands-on, fast-paced position that supports the daily operations of the South Antelope Valley Emergency Services (SAVES) food bank. This is not a traditional office position. Responsibilities include supporting food distributions, organizing warehouse inventory and supplies, assisting clients, coordinating volunteers, and supporting community programs and special events.

The ideal candidate is dependable, adaptable, and team-oriented, with strong customer service and communication skills. This physically active role requires standing, walking, lifting, and working both indoors and outdoors while providing direction to part-time staff and volunteers during daily operations.

If you are passionate about serving the community and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This entry level class of the series is distinguished from higher levels by routine and repetitive duties performed according to established procedures. Incumbents are closely supervised in their initial assignments. As they gain experience, incumbents will work more independently in routine work.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential and other important responsibilities and functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist in providing services related to the SAVES program including providing clients access to food, transportation and shelter.
Perform client related activities including receiving and storing food, assisting the public in applying for program services and distributing food to qualified participants.
Screen and qualify clients for food and shelter vouchers; refer clients to other agencies as appropriate for other services.
Perform administrative and clerical duties related to program activities including typing, filing, maintaining records and files, and answering phones.
Compile and tabulate a variety of statistical records of activities; prepare routine statistical reports.
Clean and maintain the physical area containing food and supplies; assist in unloading food and supplies from delivery vehicles.
Maintain food inventory on computer.
Supervise program operations in absence of SAVES Coordinator.
Assign work to volunteers as necessary.
Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

Basic principles and practices of social service programs.
Modern office practices, methods, procedures and computer equipment.
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Principles and practices of assigning work to volunteers.

Ability to:

Learn about community organizations and resources available to those in need of emergency services.
Physically move and lift food and supplies related to the program.
Assign and review the work of volunteers.
Learn and apply pertinent City and program policies and procedures.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Maintain basic program statistics and records, prepare routine reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

One year of social service experience including clerical duties is preferred.

Experience working / volunteering in a food bank environment is preferred.

Education:

High school diploma or G. E. D

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

Possession of a valid California driver's license by time of appointment is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands:

Mobility: frequent standing for long periods of time; frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; regular climbing, reaching bending and squatting.

Lifting: frequently up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision.

Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching.

Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone.

Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone.

Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. This position will also work in a warehouse environment and outdoors on a regular basis, with exposure to extreme weather.

The SAVES program operates 7 days a week. The regular work schedule includes one weekend day per week. Positions will be required to work holidays and some evenings as well.

Positions may require occasional overtime and travel is rare.

The City of Palmdale is noted for its highly skilled workforce, with a large concentration of aerospace firms located at Air Force Plant 42 and nearby Edwards Air Force Base. Its family-oriented and culturally enhancing venues, such as the Palmdale Playhouse, DryTown Water Park and Palmdale Amphitheater, make Palmdale "a place to call home."

Palmdale is located approximately one hour north of Los Angeles off the Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14). It encompasses 106.6 square miles and has a population of approximately 165,450. The City is served by several school districts and has a growing retail and commercial base. For more information, visit www.CityOfPalmdaleCA.gov.

BUSINESS HOURS: Normal operating hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday. CLOSED on Friday.

UNION: The Teamsters Local 911 represents certain positions in the City's Public Works Maintenance division.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

APPLICATION MATERIALS must be submitted by the closing date listed in the job bulletin. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City online application.

RESIDENCE within the City is not required.

AN ELIGIBILITY LIST of the most qualified applicants will be compiled based on the results of the selection process. The list will remain in place for a period to be determined by Human Resources.

The benefits listed here apply to full-time and benefited part-time positions, not to unbenefited part-time employees unless described.

A PROBATION PERIOD of six months minimum applies to initial employment with the City.

VACATION, HOLIDAYS AND LEAVE: The City provides 15 paid holidays per year and 80 hours vacation (years one through four) with a maximum accrual of 240 hours (160 hours for benefited part-time employees). Administrative employees accrue 80 hours of administrative leave per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Employees accrue 96 hours per year with a maximum accrual of 800 hours (400 hours for benefited part-time employees). Unbenefited part-time employees receive 28 hours of paid sick leave per fiscal year.

RETIREMENT: The City is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Full-time and benefited part-time employees will be enrolled in either the New Member or Classic plan, as defined by CalPERS. New Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 62 formula and pay the full 7.75% employee contribution. Classic Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 60 formula and pay the full 7% employee contribution.

All other part-time employees are covered under the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS).

WELLNESS PROGRAM: The program includes gym membership discounts, healthy eating programs, exercise classes & other programs.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: Direct Deposit is mandatory for all new employees.

CREDIT UNION: F&A Federal Credit Union & Logix Federal Credit Union (formerly Lockheed) are available options.

INSURANCE: The City offers group health, dental/vision, long term and short term disability, and a $50,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees. The City contributes towards the employee's health insurance.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City participates in the ICMA-RC Deferred Compensation Plan, which enables benefited part-time and full-time employees to contribute on a tax deferred basis.

OVERTIME COMPENSATION: Overtime is accrued at time-and-a-half for eligible employees for time physically worked in excess of the regular 40-hour work week.

PART-TIME EMPLOYEES: Unbenefited part-time employees are reviewed for merit salary advancement but are not eligible for any other benefits listed. Benefited part-time employees are eligible for CalPERS retirement, sick leave, holidays, and vacation on a prorated basis.

MILEAGE PAY: Any employee may be reimbursed for work related mileage at 54 cents per mile when assigned to use their private vehicle on City business.

SOCIAL SECURITY: The City does not participate in Social Security and does not deduct Social Security payments from any employee's salary. The City deducts 1.45% of salary for Medicare and makes a 1.45% matching contribution.

*Benefits can change at any time.

Closing Date/Time: 7/27/2026 1:00 PM Pacific
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City of Palmdale, CA

Help us build a city.

The City of Palmdale is seeking motivated applicants that will further our commitment to providing inclusive and accessible services to the diverse, resilient community we serve.

We offer the opportunity to shape the future of a quickly growing city. At only 25% of full build-out, there is amazing growth potential now and well into the future. We seek motivated professionals who want to leave a legacy through their work in various fields. The City of Palmdale has opportunities in Public Safety, Maintenance, Finance, Communications, Civil Engineering, Parks & Recreation, and so much more. Join our team and help us build a city.

It's the people that make us Palmdale.

Beyond all the projects and all the potential are the people that make the City of Palmdale an exceptional place to work. We are a family of dedicated team members who know each other and care about each other, which is why we can accomplish so much together. We are proud to have an employee-centric culture, and our policies reflect that – the City works on a 4/10 schedule, with four 10-hour workdays, closed every Friday to help employees enjoy work-life balance.

Come help us build a future.

We value ideas and pride ourselves on being willing to take risks essential for innovation and growth. It is part of our culture to listen to our employees and be open to new ideas and perspectives. We support our staff in their desire to contribute to the community and make a difference.

The City of Palmdale is committed to diversity and inclusivity at every level, and we are building a diverse staff in culture, ability, age, and more. We are building the staff of the future.
City of Palmdale, CA
- Palmdale, California, United States
- https://www.cityofpalmdale.org
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