NEW Gold Star Award
Every quarter Alameda County Fairgrounds celebrates an employee who exhibits our core values and goes above and beyond.
Congratulations Sarah Pease 1st Quarter, 2026
Employment Opportunities
Join Our Team!
Please submit your print application to:
By fax: 925 426-5192
By mail:
Attn:Tess Manalo
4501 Pleasanton Ave
Pleasanton CA 94566
Alameda County Fair And Event Center
IT Technician/System Administrator
SALARY: $115k to $125k annual salary
POSITION SCOPE:
The IT Technician/Systems Administrator is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and security of Alameda County Agricultural Fair Association internet, intranets, point of sale systems, computer systems and sound systems. Duties include managing front and back-end software and systems, responding to employee concerns, drafting documents to help employees use computer systems and coordinating with company leadership to determine new technologies that could enhance their company’s computer systems. This is a full time, exempt position reporting to the Chief Financial Officer.
Carpenter II
SALARY: $30/hr
POSITION SCOPE:
This is a regular, full time, non-exempt position in our Maintenance department. This position requires familiarity with the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the construction trade. Knowledge of the method and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment; safety precautions to be observed. This position offers excellent benefits, generous paid leave and paid holidays. Knowledge of framing, sheetrock, general construction methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment; safety precautions to be observed.
This is a full-time position that offers excellent benefits, generous paid leave and paid holidays
Security Specialist - PM Swing Shift
SALARY: $20-$23/hour based on experience
This full time, non-exempt position is responsible for securing and protecting our 267-acre property. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30pm to 11pm Swing Shift and include weekends during Events. This position is responsible for guarding and protecting gates, entrances, buildings, facilities and other designated posts on premises. Excellent problem solution, de-escalation and customer service skills are essential for success.
We are looking for a guest-oriented, experienced security professional who can communicate in a friendly and effective manner, monitor the flow of visitors and protect our property.
Security Specialist – Grave Shift
SALARY: $20-$23/hour, based on experience
POSITION SCOPE:
This full time, non-exempt position is responsible for securing and protecting our 267-acre property. The schedule is Monday through Friday, Grave Shift 10:00pm to 6:30am and include weekends during Events. This position is responsible for guarding and protecting gates, entrances, buildings, facilities and other designated posts on premises. Excellent problem solution, de-escalation and customer service skills are essential for success.
We are looking for a guest-oriented, experienced security professional who can communicate in a friendly and effective manner, monitor the flow of visitors and protect our property.
Employee Shout Outs
Why do you work at the Alameda County Fair And Event Center?
I LOVE my co-workers & the support to always improve & educate myself. The team effort that every employee contributes makes this place, a great place to work.
I was looking for work that would help me learn new skills and turn those skills into a career. I come here knowing when retirement comes I was able to leave my lasting impression on the property. My goal is to have made a contribution to the organization and leave something for future generations.
We celebrate and inspire community…by being
the best fair and gathering place.
Mission
To assure the long-term viability of the Alameda County Fairgrounds, present an exceptional annual Fair that celebrates the heritage and diversity of Alameda County, and provide year-round opportunities for facility usage. We celebrate you!
Vision
Our Fairgrounds will provide an inclusive, family-friendly environment where community, diversity, innovation and excellence are celebrated by all.
Values
Community
We believe the memories created here define who we are and how we are known to the community we serve.
Inclusive
Everyone is welcome, regardless of the traits that make us unique, as we celebrate the power of diversity and promote a fair and just environment.
Excellence
As individuals, we are focused on excellence; as a team, we are focused on lasting and meaningful success.
Collaborative
Our organization is made stronger through the power of collaboration and communication regardless of one’s position.
Innovative
We believe our organization and employees are empowered by innovation and change.
Environment
We preserve and protect our beautiful land, heritage and history as our organization prospers.
Positive
We strive to maintain a positive atmosphere where we can enrich and elevate our guests and one another.
Celebrate
We celebrate with one another; we win together or not all.
Volunteer Opportunities
Find out about our new, exciting volunteer program. Volunteers are the Ambassadors for the annual Fair. They provide customer service and information for our guests.
For more information, please contact us.
Or call 925-426-7610
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The Alameda County Fair is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, citizenship status or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
