Food Bank Operations & Volunteer Aide

City of Palmdale, California; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Palmdale is seeking an entry-level SAVES Assistant to support daily operations of the SAVES food bank. You will assist with food distributions, warehouse inventory, client services, and volunteer coordination, including occasional event support.

This fast-paced role requires basic social service knowledge, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings. The position is on-site in Palmdale, California.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of social service programs and modern office practices.
• Proficiency in English spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Ability to assign and supervise volunteers in a program setting.
• Comfort with basic data recording and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support SAVES program clients with access to food, transportation and shelter.
• Assist in food distribution and warehouse organization.
• Screen, qualify and refer clients for services.
• Handle clerical duties: filing, phones, records and reports.
• Supervise volunteers when SAVES Coordinator is absent.
• Coordinate with community programs and events.

Skills

Social services knowledge

Office practices

English usage

Volunteer management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer

Job description

The City of Palmdale is seeking an entry-level SAVES Assistant to support daily operations of the SAVES food bank. You will assist with food distributions, warehouse inventory, client services, and volunteer coordination, including occasional event support.

This fast-paced role requires basic social service knowledge, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings. The position is on-site in Palmdale, California.