City of Palo Alto

  • Palo Alto, California
City of Palo Alto

Employer Description

Palo Alto is located about 35 miles south of San Francisco; and 14 miles north of San Jose.  Palo Alto, known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley” and global center of technology and innovation, is the corporate headquarters for many world-class companies and research facilities such as VMWare, Hewlett-Packard, IDEO, Tesla, and Skype. Home to Stanford University and a top-ranked public school system, Palo Alto also features beautiful and historic residential neighborhoods, vibrant shopping and retail districts.

 

Palo Alto has a highly educated and culturally sophisticated citizenry that is actively engaged in making a difference both locally and globally. Unique among city organizations, Palo Alto operates a full-array of services including its own gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse and storm drainage provided at very competitive rates for its customers.

 

The birthplace of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto, is a community of approximately 68,000 residents and nearly 100,000 jobs. Located on the mid-Peninsula between San Francisco and San Jose, Palo Alto is recognized worldwide as a leader in cutting-edge technology, medicine, and green innovation. Many world-class businesses maintained or started offices here, including Amazon, Tesla, Hewlett Packard, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Rivian, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, SAP Ariba, Houzz, Varian Medical Systems, and VMware. Numerous start-ups are also at home in Palo Alto, arguably making it the startup capital of the world. 

 

Stanford University is foundational to the history and prestige of Palo Alto, reflected in the community’s dedication to life-long learning. Stanford’s cultural and educational offerings are integral to the vibrancy and charm of Palo Alto, while the City’s exceptional K-12 school district ranks among the top public school systems in the country. With more than 50% of adult residents holding a graduate degree or higher, Palo Alto is frequently listed as one of the most educated cities in the nation.

Home to picturesque tree-lined streets, bike lanes, and historic buildings that reflect its California heritage, Palo Alto boasts a genuine sense of community and an active citizenry with strong environmental values. Beautiful neighborhoods are complemented by vibrant commercial corridors and a bustling economy with premium shopping and dining options. Excellent health care facilities, performing arts, and diverse recreational opportunities are just some of this incredibly desirable community’s cherished amenities. 

Join an Award Winning Team

Palo Alto is an award-winning City recognized nationwide as innovative and well-managed. Palo Alto is one of a small number of California cities with a AAA bond rating. Recently, Palo Alto became one of the most livable cities in the U.S. by Livability.com. It's the only city to receive the Platinum Beacon Award in sustainability best practices by California’s Institute for Local Government.

We offer a variety of career paths that relate to building and improving communities. The City has fourteen departments employing 1,000 full-time staff. Police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, and building inspectors keep us safe. Engineers and public works staff build and re-build the physical infrastructure. City planners help envision and shape future community growth. Recreation, arts and library professionals enhance community life. Utilities provides electric, gas, water, sewer and other services. Internal services departments help manage, staff, and protect the City.

 

21 JOB(S) AT City of Palo Alto

  • Utilities Engineering Technician III

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Nov 05, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Engineering
    • Utilities
  • Tree Trimmer Line Clearer and Tree Trimmer Line Clearer Assistant (Multiple Positions)

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Nov 03, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Forestry
    • Grounds and Landscaping Services
  • Principal Electric Distribution Engineer

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Nov 03, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Engineering
    • Planning and Development
  • Utility Installer/Repair

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Nov 01, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Public Works
    • Utilities
  • Long Range and Current Planning Positions

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Nov 01, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Planning and Development
  • General Laborer (Hourly)

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Oct 31, 2024
    • Part Time
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Electric Substation Electrician

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Oct 29, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
    • Engineering
  • Cross Connection Control Project Coordinator

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Oct 26, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Project Management
  • Utilities Electric Electrician Lead

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Oct 25, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
    • Engineering
    • Utilities
  • Sprinkler System Repair Person

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Oct 25, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Community and Economic Development
  • Substructure Cement Finisher

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Oct 19, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Assistant Manager, Water Quality Control Operations

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Oct 18, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Administration and Management
    • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Event and Lighting Technician (Arts & Science Professional I)

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Sep 28, 2024
    • Part Time
    • Museum and Arts
    • Sciences and Laboratory
    • Tourism and Convention Services
  • Assistant Fleet Manager

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Sep 24, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Administration and Management
    • Fleet Management
  • Gas Utility Project Engineer

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Sep 12, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Engineering
    • Utilities
  • Public Safety Dispatcher II (Lateral)

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Jul 30, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Dispatch and Telecommunications
    • Public Safety
  • Police Officer Lateral

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Jul 23, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Public Safety
  • Police Officer Trainee

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Jul 23, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Public Safety
  • Police Officer Academy Graduate

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Jul 23, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Public Safety
  • Middle School Athletics Coach (Recreation Leader I)

    • Palo Alto, California
    • City of Palo Alto
    • Jul 14, 2024
    • Part Time
    • Parks and Recreation

City of Palo Alto

Palo Alto is located about 35 miles south of San Francisco; and 14 miles north of San Jose.  Palo Alto, known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley” and global center of technology and innovation, is the corporate headquarters for many world-class companies and research facilities such as VMWare, Hewlett-Packard, IDEO, Tesla, and Skype. Home to Stanford University and a top-ranked public school system, Palo Alto also features beautiful and historic residential neighborhoods, vibrant shopping and retail districts.

 

Palo Alto has a highly educated and culturally sophisticated citizenry that is actively engaged in making a difference both locally and globally. Unique among city organizations, Palo Alto operates a full-array of services including its own gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse and storm drainage provided at very competitive rates for its customers.

 

The birthplace of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto, is a community of approximately 68,000 residents and nearly 100,000 jobs. Located on the mid-Peninsula between San Francisco and San Jose, Palo Alto is recognized worldwide as a leader in cutting-edge technology, medicine, and green innovation. Many world-class businesses maintained or started offices here, including Amazon, Tesla, Hewlett Packard, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Rivian, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, SAP Ariba, Houzz, Varian Medical Systems, and VMware. Numerous start-ups are also at home in Palo Alto, arguably making it the startup capital of the world. 

 

Stanford University is foundational to the history and prestige of Palo Alto, reflected in the community’s dedication to life-long learning. Stanford’s cultural and educational offerings are integral to the vibrancy and charm of Palo Alto, while the City’s exceptional K-12 school district ranks among the top public school systems in the country. With more than 50% of adult residents holding a graduate degree or higher, Palo Alto is frequently listed as one of the most educated cities in the nation.

Home to picturesque tree-lined streets, bike lanes, and historic buildings that reflect its California heritage, Palo Alto boasts a genuine sense of community and an active citizenry with strong environmental values. Beautiful neighborhoods are complemented by vibrant commercial corridors and a bustling economy with premium shopping and dining options. Excellent health care facilities, performing arts, and diverse recreational opportunities are just some of this incredibly desirable community’s cherished amenities. 

Join an Award Winning Team

Palo Alto is an award-winning City recognized nationwide as innovative and well-managed. Palo Alto is one of a small number of California cities with a AAA bond rating. Recently, Palo Alto became one of the most livable cities in the U.S. by Livability.com. It's the only city to receive the Platinum Beacon Award in sustainability best practices by California’s Institute for Local Government.

We offer a variety of career paths that relate to building and improving communities. The City has fourteen departments employing 1,000 full-time staff. Police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, and building inspectors keep us safe. Engineers and public works staff build and re-build the physical infrastructure. City planners help envision and shape future community growth. Recreation, arts and library professionals enhance community life. Utilities provides electric, gas, water, sewer and other services. Internal services departments help manage, staff, and protect the City.