Oakland has 55 shopping districts and more than 50 regional and national retailers. Many areas in the city are known for unique boutiques, art galleries, and pop-up shops created by ambitious local entrepreneurs and artisans selling locally made, one-of-a-kind Oakland products.Major mixed-use project now underway will bring significant ground floor retail to the market. Overall, the CIty's retail vacancy rate is under 3% in 2015. Oakland's retail sector employs more than 10,000 people, after adding about 1,500 jobs between 2008-2016.
This monthly newsletter highlights business news, development, investment and City initiatives.
We're working to help Oakland Youth find a job this summer. There are resources for both youth job-seekers and businesses looking to hire youth.
The Oakland Workforce Development Board (OWDB) funds and supports a variety of programs that provide training, mentoring and educational enrichment to Oakland youth ages 16 to 21.
International and national sources are recognizing Oakland as a great place to live, to work, to invest and to recreate.
Oakland's stunning bay views, parklands, open spaces, great weather, rich cultural scene and proximity to the Pacific Ocean make it one of the most beautiful urban areas in the nation and a desirable place to live and work.
The Workforce Development Board's partners operate America's Job Centers of California (AJCCs) to help Oakland adults find their next job.
The Oakland Workforce Development Board oversees the federally-funded employment and training programs and services in Oakland. Find Meeting Agendas and Minutes for meetings prior to April 2018 here.
The Oakland Workforce Development Board oversees the federally-funded employment and training programs and services in Oakland. These programs and services help job seekers gain employment and connect businesses with a qualified workforce.
The healthcare sector employees more than 35,000 people in Oakland and contributes more than $2 billion to Oakland's Gross Regional Product. It is the city's largest sector by number of employees and is expected to have signficant job growth through 2021. In fact, Oakland is expected to lead the East Bay in healthcare job growth.
Oakland is among the nation's most ethnically and culturally diverse cities.
We are always ready to respond to any and all needs of the Oakland community with professionalism, expertise, and dynamic training.
Important standards and guidelines to help you stay safe in your home or place of work.
Homeownership programs are designed to expand opportunities for prospective Oakland homebuyers through education, financial assistance, and resource referral.