County of Alameda

  • Oakland, California
County of Alameda

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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.

 

   

29 JOB(S) AT County of Alameda

  • Planner I

    • Hayward, California
    • Alameda County
    • Oct 01, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Planning and Development
  • Assistant Chief Therapist

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Oct 01, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Administration and Management
    • Public Health
  • Program Specialist, Project

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Sep 27, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Project Management
  • Treasurer-Tax Collector Supervisor

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Sep 25, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Water Plant Operator II, Zone 7

    • Livermore, California
    • Alameda County
    • Sep 23, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Water and Wastewater Treatment
    • Other
  • Clerk II

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Sep 23, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Institutional Supervisor II

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Sep 12, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Senior Therapist

    • Fremont, California
    • Alameda County
    • Sep 10, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Public Health
  • Deputy Director, Public Works

    • Hayward, California
    • Alameda County
    • Sep 09, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Administration and Management
    • Public Works
    • Other
  • Registrar of Voters Temporary Assignments, TAP (SAN)

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Aug 30, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Records Management
    • Other
  • Financial Services Officer

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Aug 23, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Public Safety
  • Mental Health Specialist III

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Aug 19, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Public Health
  • Child Welfare Worker II

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Aug 16, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Human and Social Services
  • Specialist Clerk II

    • Dublin, California
    • Alameda County
    • Aug 07, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Juvenile Institutional Officer Associate

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Aug 02, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Probation
  • Juvenile Institutional Officer

    • San Leandro, California
    • Alameda County
    • Aug 02, 2025
    • Part Time
    • Probation
  • Information Systems Analyst

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jul 12, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Administrative Analysis and Research
    • Information Technology and Communication Services
  • Information Systems Specialist

    • Oakland, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jul 12, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Information Technology and Communication Services
  • Fire Department Plan Checker II

    • Dublin, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jun 25, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Fire and EMS
    • Planning and Development
  • Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician II

    • Dublin, California
    • Alameda County
    • Jun 22, 2025
    • Full Time
    • Criminology and Forensics
    • Public Health

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.

 

   

City of Alameda County, CA
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City of 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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