County of Alameda

  • Oakland, California
County of Alameda

Employer Description

Alameda County, California, was established in 1853. The County was created from the territory of two counties created in 1850: Contra Costa and Santa Clara. It was given the local name for the region, Alameda, which translated loosely as "a grove of poplars." The County enjoys a varied geography ranging from urban marinas to rolling open spaces to hillside lakes and streams. Alameda is the seventh most populous county in California, and has 14 incorporated cities and several unincorporated communities. The total population is estimated to be 1,510,271 as of April 2010, a 4.6% increase from April 2000. During the same time period, California's population rose 10%. Oakland is the seat of County government and the largest city.

Alameda County is characterized by rich diversity and culture. Population growth has occurred with the natural net increase of births over deaths, but also from substantial immigration, and Alameda County is now one of the most ethnically diverse regions in the Bay Area and the nation. The 2010 Census shows that there is no majority racial or ethnic group in Alameda County. Compared to the 2000 Census, the Black / African American population decreased countywide by 11%, the Asian population increased by 31%, and the Hispanic population increased by 23%. According to the California Department of Education, 53 languages were spoken by English language learners in the K-12 public school systems in Alameda County in 2008-09.

 

   

54 JOB(S) AT County of Alameda

  • Heavy Truck Driver

    • Dublin, California
    • Alameda County
    • Feb 06, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Transportation or Transit
  • Water Quality Chemist, Zone 7

    • Livermore, California
    • Alameda County
    • Feb 05, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Sciences and Laboratory
    • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Administrative Support I, (SAN) TAP

    • Castro Valley, California
    • Alameda County
    • Feb 04, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Manager, Emergency Services Dispatch

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Feb 01, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Administration and Management
    • Dispatch and Telecommunications
    • Emergency Management
  • Human Resources Technician

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 30, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Human Resources and Personnel
  • Employment Specialist II, BHCS

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 28, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Education and Training
    • Human Resources and Personnel
  • Associate Civil Engineer

    • Hayward, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 28, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Engineering
  • Senior Nutritionist

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 24, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Nutrition and Food Services
  • Institutional Supervisor I

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 23, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Institutional Supervisor II

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 23, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Program/Financial Specialist, Project

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 17, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Project Management
  • Accounting Specialist I

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 17, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Other
  • Deferred Compensation Technician

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 17, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
  • Safety Officer

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 11, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Public Safety
  • Deputy Director, Public Works

    • Hayward, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 11, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Administration and Management
    • Public Works
    • Other
  • Secretary II

    • Hayward, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jan 08, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Sheriff's Safety Aide

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Nov 02, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Public Safety
  • Senior Nutritionist

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Oct 12, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Nutrition and Food Services
  • Financial Services Specialist II

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Oct 11, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Public Health
  • Specialist Clerk II

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Oct 03, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support

County of Alameda

Alameda County, California, was established in 1853. The County was created from the territory of two counties created in 1850: Contra Costa and Santa Clara. It was given the local name for the region, Alameda, which translated loosely as "a grove of poplars." The County enjoys a varied geography ranging from urban marinas to rolling open spaces to hillside lakes and streams. Alameda is the seventh most populous county in California, and has 14 incorporated cities and several unincorporated communities. The total population is estimated to be 1,510,271 as of April 2010, a 4.6% increase from April 2000. During the same time period, California's population rose 10%. Oakland is the seat of County government and the largest city.

Alameda County is characterized by rich diversity and culture. Population growth has occurred with the natural net increase of births over deaths, but also from substantial immigration, and Alameda County is now one of the most ethnically diverse regions in the Bay Area and the nation. The 2010 Census shows that there is no majority racial or ethnic group in Alameda County. Compared to the 2000 Census, the Black / African American population decreased countywide by 11%, the Asian population increased by 31%, and the Hispanic population increased by 23%. According to the California Department of Education, 53 languages were spoken by English language learners in the K-12 public school systems in Alameda County in 2008-09.

 

   

Alameda County, CA
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Alameda County, CA

Located in the middle-western portion of California, Alameda County is part of the San Francisco Bay Area. An enchanting county that is overflowing with magnificent arts and cultural activities and events, fascinating history, an abundance of educational opportunities and a strong economy, Alameda County is an exciting destination for visitors and new residents alike. The area features one of the most unique climates in the nation, extraordinary cultural and social diversity, and such breathtaking landscape that it’s no wonder so many people from all walks of life choose to make the county their home.

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