Saves Assistant (Full-Time)

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 SAVES program operates seven days a week. The regular work schedule includes weekends. Positions will be required to work some evenings and holidays. 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 Duties 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 & Training / License and/or Certificate 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: frequent standing, sitting, using keyboard, climbing, reaching, bending, squatting; lifting up to 25 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally. Vision, dexterity, hearing/talking, emotional/psychological, environmental as described. Work is performed in a typical temperature‑controlled office environment and in a warehouse and outdoors with exposure to extreme weather. Work may include occasional overtime and rare travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Palmdale,-C