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The City of Oakland, California is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.

Oakland is a vibrant city with 50 distinct and eclectic neighborhoods, 17 commercial districts, a progressive downtown, and exceptional cultural and recreational amenities. With an estimated population of 420,183, Oakland is the eighth largest city in California; with a $2 billion annual budget and 4,500 employees, it serves as the administrative hub of Alameda County and the center of commerce and international trade for the Bay Area region. Oakland is one of the most diverse cities in the nation, with more than 125 languages and dialects spoken.
 
The City is a regional hub for multicultural arts and boasts one of the largest visual and performing arts communities on the West Coast. In addition to its abundant natural beauty, rich history, and lively multi-cultural neighborhoods, Oakland is a dynamic hub of innovation and visionary thinkers. The City of Oakland is home to creative, civic-minded, and tech-savvy residents, businesses, and community partners.