High Quality of Life
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.
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.
The Loan Servicing Unit in the Fiscal and Administrative Services division of Housing and Community Development is tasked with servicing loans provided under our First Time Homebuyer Programs, Housing Rehabilitation Programs, Housing and Community Development Projects, and other Housing related loans provided by the City of Oakland.
The Access Improvement Program (AIP) for Owner-Occupied Units provides grants for accessibility modifications to owner-occupied properties.
The Emergency Home Repair Program provides loans for home repairs that require immediate attention such as a citation issued by a Fire Marshall, Health Officer or Code Enforcement Officer, leaking roof sewer break.
The Home Maintenance and Improvement Program (HMIP) provides loans to owner-occupied low-income and moderate-income households to correct health and safety violations and repair systems at risk of failure.
The CalHome Program partners with lenders to assist low-income, first-time homebuyers with buying a home in the City of Oakland. This program is now out of funds and no longer taking loan reservations. A limited amount of funds to assist one buyer may be available in December 2024; please check back.
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