Oakland Civil Service Board collection, 1918-1990

Brochure describing medical benefits available to City of Oakland employees, circa 1945.
Brochure describing medical benefits available to City of Oakland employees, circa 1945. Oakland Public Library, Oakland History Center.

Early charter provisions, manuals, examinations, compensation and training materials from the Oakland Civil Service Board. Examination listings form the bulk of the collection.

Established in the City of Oakland by the adoption a City Charter, effective July 1, 1911, the Civil Service Board establishes positions, fixes compensation, and administers examinations for most positions with the City of Oakland.

(OHC COLL 2015-4)

9 folders in 1 box (.4 linear feet)

Go here for a more detailed list of this collection's contents. 

Available at Oakland History Center, Main Library.