Berkeley earned a Prohousing designation from the State of California, an award reflecting the City's work to encourage housing development for all income levels. This designation supports local affordable housing in two ways: • The City now has access to affordable housing funds dedicated only for Prohousing cities • Local affordable housing projects will receive priority for competitive State funds The State recognized a number of efforts Berkeley has taken to increase housing: • Removing minimum parking requirements • Facilitating Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) production • Providing regular development loans for affordable housing, which are available through a single Housing Trust Fund application • Establishing the Small Sites Program to convert occupied multifamily rental properties as deed restricted affordable housing Kudos to staff across multiple departments who worked behind the scenes to make these changes to address the housing crisis facing our community. State funding helps support affordable housing projects such as those pictured: Maudelle Miller Shirek Community, Jordan Court, and Berkeley Way.
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The City of Berkeley is distinguished by its diversity, community engagement, and activism. Home to the University of California’s flagship campus, Berkeley’s population is highly educated, diverse, and engaged. The City lies on the east shore of the San Francisco Bay and is sheltered by rolling hills on its eastern border. Berkeley spans 10 square miles with 124,000 residents. Our climate is mild year-round, with cool summers. An outdoor focus is demonstrated with acres of open space, parks, and an abundance of bike lanes on City streets. Public transportation is well developed and reliable, with three Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) stations in Berkeley. All of these factors translate to an outstanding quality of life for Berkeley residents, with an abundance of outdoor, recreational, and cultural activities. The City of Berkeley lies in Alameda County and operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City is divided into eight districts, and each district elects one representative to the City Council. The eight-member City Council serves four-year terms, and a mayor is elected at large – also on a four-year term. The City Council appoints a City Manager, who serves as the Chief Executive of the City. Berkeley provides a comprehensive range of municipal services to its population, many of which are not typically provided by cities. In addition to the customary city services, the City of Berkeley operates its own Health, Housing and Community Services Department, providing public health, mental health, and environmental health services to the community. The City also provides its own residential and commercial solid waste collection, recycling, and disposal service. In addition, the City’s Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront Department offers a number of summer camps and operates a 1,000-berth marina. Join the City of Berkeley team. Apply for open positions on our jobs page.
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Meet Ian, one of our forestry climbers (now a supervisor!) at the City of Berkeley! 🌳 In his 12 years working for Berkeley, he’s learned and grown tremendously. Ready to climb to new heights in your career? Head to https://lnkd.in/g4UkQMK2 to explore our career opportunities today! 🌟 #BerkeleyCareers #CareerGrowth #CaliforniaJobs
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This week, over 800 kids kicked off summer break at Berkeley's day camps, with hundreds more youth scheduled to attend our sleepaway camps in the coming weeks. Our 350 staff, including 215 seasonal employees, guide youth through unforgettable summer experiences in art, sports, science, dance, and time outdoors with new friends. Big shout out to the Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront, and HR teams for the huge job of hiring and training these amazing seasonal staff. These recreation roles give young folks great job experience and a chance to grow a career. #recreation #berkeley #youth
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If you have a California Paramedic license, NREMT, or are in a paramedic internship, apply by June 14 to work with the Berkeley Fire Department: https://lnkd.in/ebrz5xp9
🚨 Extended Recruitment for Paramedics at Berkeley Fire Department! 🚑 The Berkeley Fire Department is extending its recruitment for Paramedics until June 14th. This is your chance to join a team committed to excellence and dedicated service. We seek highly skilled and passionate individuals ready to contribute to our community's safety and well-being. If you’re ready to make a real difference, apply today! Don’t miss this extended opportunity to be part of an extraordinary team. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/ebrz5xp9 For more information on BFD, visit: https://lnkd.in/eenNipdm #BerkeleyFire #Paramedic #CareerOpportunity #ExtendedRecruitment #EmergencyServices
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Looking forward to the opening of a new 87-unit affordable housing development this fall! Supported by $17 million in loans from the City's Housing Trust Fund, the Maudelle Miller Shirek Community is the first building in Berkeley to implement the preference policy, which aims to reduce displacement and address historical injustices. https://lnkd.in/gRKN9jSb
We had a great time sharing the progress of Maudelle Miller Shirek Community last week with stakeholders, the community, and members of Maudelle's family! Thanks to the work of Nibbi Brothers General Contractors and MWA Architects, Inc., the building is looking great and is set to open by early fall. As we reflect on another powerful Affordable Housing Month, we're reminded of the importance of bringing stable, affordable homes to the Bay Area. Soon this building, just steps away from Ashby BART, will be home to 200+ new residents. With a safe and stable home, residents will have access to new opportunities and the potential to change their lives and the lives of generations to come.
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Help keep our community healthy as a Health Services Program Specialist. ✏️Plan and manage a specialized health program 📊 Develop operational and evaluation procedures 💰 Manage program budgets Apply by June 10: https://lnkd.in/g2Q9J88G
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📣 We're hiring a General Services Manager! Lead the Finance Department’s General Services Division, which provides centralized purchasing and mail services for the City. Apply by June 10: https://lnkd.in/gwMkHCcC
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👀 Curious about what makes working at the City of Berkeley so special? Click through to find out! Your next career move could be a click away. Don't miss out – join our team today! 🌟 Learn more about working at the City: https://lnkd.in/gXW77mG6 View all of our current job opportunities: https://lnkd.in/g4UkQMK2
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In Berkeley, it's now easier than ever to start a dance studio, perform live music, or open a pet store thanks to a set of updates to the City's zoning ordinance. These are just a few examples from a sweeping set of code changes designed to support small businesses and a thriving cultural and arts community. The impressive work by staff in the Office of Economic Development and Planning and Development Department earned an Award of Excellence in the Economic Planning and Development category from the Northern California Chapter of the American Planning Association! Learn more about the Zoning Amendments for Berkeley Business: https://lnkd.in/gxssspbz
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Berkeley Fire Department's weekend training camp for women welcomed dozens of potential future firefighters to get hands-on practice in skills from operating a chainsaw to CPR. The event is one of the many ways the department fosters a welcoming and inclusive culture. Read more about the event from Berkeleyside: https://lnkd.in/gEkaTWUB
Proud to be a part of First In Fire Camp...Berkeley Fire's fourth weekend camp for women interested in the fire service...no experience required. https://lnkd.in/gAH2RvNR
Women learn firefighting skills at Berkeley recruiting camp
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