Marina Assistant

Job Opportunity

The City of Berkeley is now accepting applications for the Temporary Marina Assistant position! In this role, you will patrol the Berkeley Marina and adjacent dock and ground areas for the prevention of theft, vandalism, and hazardous conditions. You will also perform boat towing and rescue operations, provide customer service, and perform office clerical and custodial duties.

This position is not to exceed 1 year. See the full job specification here: Marina Assistant Classification Spec

Minimum Qualifications

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is: Equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of experience in marina operations equivalent to the Marina Assistant Trainee level. Possession of a Coast Guard Auxiliary or Power Squadron certificate and a lifesaving certificate and small boat handling experience are desirable. Other requirements include:

• Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be willing to work evening, night and weekend shifts.
• Must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions.
• Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Upon completion of probationary period, must obtain a valid certificate in cardio pulmonary resuscitation.

Application Process

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM PST on August 31, 2026, and must include a completed application. Please note that you must include all of your relevant experience and dates worked for your application to be considered. Failure to do so will result in your application being incomplete and may disqualify you from moving forward in the recruitment process.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to View email address on click.appcast.io. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

Exam Process

The exam process will include, but may not be limited to:

• Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents (qualifying experience will be calculated based on the administrative review date)
• Review of Supplemental Questionnaire

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to View email address on click.appcast.io at the time of application.

Pre-Employment Process

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background check that may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of employment history, educational credentials and degrees, certificates, registrations, and licenses including driver's license; credit check; criminal history check; and Live Scan fingerprinting.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans' status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Disaster Service Worker

All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.