What makes Berkeley so appealing?
Berkeley is not only deeply rooted in culture, diversity, progress, and prosperity, but it is also home to beautiful nature, easily accessible public transportation, and a caring community.
Our offices are conveniently located in downtown Berkeley, surrounded by vibrant parks, charming local restaurants, and breathtaking views.
Looking for alternatives to driving for your commute? We are right by a BART station and the downtown area is very bike friendly.
Berkeley is a top destination for fans of the outdoors, offering parks, hiking trails, a beautiful Marina, and a wide range of outdoor activities.
Offering accessible transit, excellent careers, and stunning scenery, Berkeley empowers you to work hard and play hard. Experience our thriving culture as part of our close-knit community by applying to one of our transportation or mental health roles.
Featured Roles
Psychiatrist
Mental Health Nurse
Assistant and Associate Civil Engineer
Supervising Public Health Nurse
Deputy Police Chief
Demonstrate your drive and passion for making a positive impact on the community.
Pursue your best career with us.
Assistant Civil Engineer
Lead transportation projects and ensure contract compliance by providing traffic engineering technical expertise to administrative, planning, and design work for the City.
Psychiatrist
Provide psychiatric, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to Berkeley community members. Join experienced colleagues and help patients manage severe mental illnesses.
Mental Health Nurse
Work with patients across a diverse range of programs including our Homeless Full Services Partnership, Comprehensive Community Treatment, and Focus on Independence.
Associate Transportation Engineer
Support our Public Works Department in development review, capital project design, and/or traffic signal systems projects to ensure safe, efficient transportation networks.
What our Employees Are Saying
Dennis - Behavioral Health Clinician
"Berkeley does a great job of putting you into a position where you’re able to impact others, but you’re also able to impact yourself by learning so much."
Jody - Landscape Gardener
"I love this place, the diversity, the community, the people I work with, from gardeners to custodians to the city manager and council members, they’re all good people."
Ian - Forestry Climber
"The work we do for one person is the same we do for everyone. That really spoke to me and what I value in life. I’ve been here for 12 years now and the amount I’ve learned is just absolutely wild."
Leticia - Operations Manager
"[The work I do here] benefits not only the City as an institution, but the community itself. Because Waste Services is an essential service to the community."
Jeff - Psychiatrist
"We have a very good team here at Berkeley and we have staffers who tend to stick around a lot more than at other community agencies."
Jesus - Civil Engineer
"The rose garden project is one of the projects I’m really proud of here, working for the city. It took about a year...it's beautiful."
Nicole – Hazardous Materials Specialist
"I chose to work for Berkeley because it’s renowned for being a center for innovation… it’s so cool to see the advancements that are made here, and being part of that is really exciting."
We're a talented, diverse team dedicated to supporting each other and the community. When you're ready to challenge yourself and achieve new goals, explore our full list of current opportunities and apply to the City of Berkeley.
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You are Closer to Your Dream Job
MENTAL HEALTH ROLES
*CalPERS Pension and Supplemental Retirement Plans
Join the City of Berkeley, a thriving workplace nestled in a young, vibrant, and unique city. Become part of our talented and diverse team,
and enjoy truly exceptional benefits and pay.
You are Closer
to Your Dream Job
Join the City of Berkeley, a thriving workplace nestled in a young, vibrant, and unique city. Become part of our talented and diverse team,
and enjoy truly exceptional benefits and pay.
You're Closer to Your Dream Job
Welcome to the City of Berkeley,
a thriving workplace nestled in a vibrant and unique city. Join our talented, diverse team and enjoy exceptional benefits, resources and opportunities
to positively impact
the community.
BERKELEY
CITY OF
What Our Employees Are Saying
Dennis - Behavioral Health Clinician
Berkeley does a great job of putting you into a position where you’re able to impact others, but you’re also able to impact yourself by learning so much, things that Berkeley and the community has to offer you.
Ian - Aborist and Urban Florist
The work we do for one person is the same we do for everyone. That really spoke to me and what I value in life. I’ve been here for 12 years now and the amount I’ve learned is just absolutely wild.
Jeffrey - Psychiatrist
We have a very good team here at Berkeley and we have staffers who tend to stick around a lot more than at other community agencies. We have a relatively stable workforce.
Jesus - Civil Engineer
The rose garden project is one of the projects I’m really proud of here, working for the city. It took about a year. As you can see, it's beautiful.
Featured Roles
Demonstrate your drive and passion for making a positive impact on the community.
Pursue your best career with us.
Find the right role at the right place
Benefits & Compensation
Benefits
Beyond cherishing a more relaxed pace and the warmth of the community, working at the City of Berkeley comes with distinct privileges: top-notch healthcare, flexible hours, including hybrid schedules, and an exceptional work environment are just the beginning.
Compensation
Our comprehensive compensation package typically ranks higher than those of other cities nationwide. Your talents and professionalism deserve to be rewarded. Join us in our mission to provide essential programs and services to the extraordinary Berkeley community.
The workplace
We have offices and buildings spread across the city to accommodate various departments. Despite not always sharing the same physical space, we strive to work together to serve our community.
Explore Berkeley Careers
We're a talented, diverse team dedicated to supporting each other and the community. When you're ready to challenge yourself and achieve new goals, explore our full list of current opportunities and apply to the City of Berkeley.
BERKELEY
Welcome to the City of Berkeley,
a thriving workplace nestled in a vibrant and unique city. Join our talented, diverse team and enjoy exceptional benefits, resources and opportunities
to positively impact
the community.
You're Closer to Your Dream Job
CITY OF
FIND THE RIGHT ROLE
AT THE RIGHT PLACE
A WAY OF LIFE.
MORE THAN A WORKPLACE,
ONE OF A KIND
BERKELEY IS
Working at the City of Berkeley comes with distinct privileges.
THE PERKS
OF WORKING HERE
Located throughout the City, our offices give each department the space and resources they need. Although we aren’t all in the same building, we consistently collaborate and support each other to better serve the community.
WHERE WE WORK
Commuter Friendly
• Bike-friendly Streets
• BART Stations
• AC Transit Stops
And More...
Our main offices are conveniently located in downtown Berkeley, surrounded by parks, charming local restaurants, and inspiring views.
EXCITING LOCATION
We offer generous benefit plans to employees who work 20+ hours per week.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
Choice of Kaiser or Sutter Health Plus HMO
Delta Dental PPO
Commuter Assistance
14 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
Discounted YMCA
Membership
COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION
We offer above-average salaries, with equity and transparency in mind. Salary ranges for all jobs are available on our compensation page.
Working at the City of Berkeley comes with distinct privileges.
THE PERKS
OF WORKING HERE
MORE THAN A WORKPLACE,
A WAY OF LIFE.
Commuter Friendly
• Bike-friendly Streets
• BART Stations
• AC Transit Stops
And More...
Our main offices are conveniently located in downtown Berkeley, surrounded by parks, charming local restaurants, and inspiring views.
EXCITING LOCATION
Assistant Civil Engineer
Lead transportation projects and ensure contract compliance by providing traffic engineering technical expertise to administrative, planning, and design work for the City.
Psychiatrist
Provide psychiatric, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to Berkeley community members. Join experienced colleagues and help patients manage severe mental illnesses.
Mental Health Nurse
Work with patients across a diverse range of programs including our Homeless Full Services Partnership, Comprehensive Community Treatment, and Focus on Independence.
Associate Transportation Engineer
Support our Public Works Department in development review, capital project design, and/or traffic signal systems projects to ensure safe, efficient transportation networks.
MENTAL HEALTH ROLES
*CalPERS Pension and Supplemental Retirement Plans
We offer generous benefit plans to employees who work 20+ hours per week.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
Choice of Kaiser or Sutter Health Plus HMO
Delta Dental PPO
Commuter Assistance
14 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
Discounted YMCA
Memberships
COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION
We offer above-average salaries, with equity and transparency in mind. Salary ranges for all jobs are available on our compensation page.
*California Public Employees' Retirement System
*California Public Employees' Retirement System
PUBLIC SAFETY ROLES
Whether you are in Law Enforcement or Emergency Services, your dedication and skills will play a vital role in making Berkeley a safer place for all.
PUBLIC SAFETY ROLES
Whether you are in Law Enforcement or Emergency Services, your dedication and skills will play a vital role in making Berkeley a safer place for all.
Whether you are in Law Enforcement or Emergency Services, your dedication and skills will play a vital role in making Berkeley a safer place for all.
PUBLIC SAFETY ROLES
TRANSPORTATION ROLES
OTHER ROLES
Our Mental Health Division provides community-based counseling and case management services to Berkeley residents. Join us in our mission to support health, housing, and wellness for all.
Our Transportation Division provides a broad range of traffic, transportation, and parking management services to ensure safe, equitable mobility and sustainability in Berkeley.
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TRANSPORTATION ROLES
OTHER ROLES
Our Transportation Division provides a broad range of traffic, transportation, and parking management services to ensure safe, equitable mobility and sustainability in Berkeley.
Our Mental Health Division provides community-based counseling and case management services to Berkeley residents. Join us in our mission to support health, housing, and wellness for all.