Current City of Milwaukee Employment Opportunities
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The Administrative Services Coordinator serves as the confidential assistant to the Municipal Port Director and as the Assistant Secretary to the Board of Harbor Commissioners (BHC), in addition to providing high-level administrative and project support to other Port Milwaukee sections.
The Benefits and Wellness Supervisor oversees daily benefits operations, manages benefits-related systems and processes within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), supervises benefits staff and coordinates employee outreach, engagement, and education initiatives.
The City of Milwaukee’s benefits programs include health and dental insurance, a comprehensive wellness program, on-site clinics, an on-site nurse liaison, flexible spending and health reimbursement, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a commuter value pass, and other voluntary benefits focused on healthcare and wellness.
The Budget and Fiscal Policy Analyst performs professional budget, management, and fiscal policy analysis. This role is critical in developing the Mayor’s annual budget, monitoring the impact of expenditures, and proposing annual operating and capital budgets, revenues, and fiscal policy for City of Milwaukee’s departments, funds, and programs.
The Building Construction Inspector researches applicable codes and standards, inspects properties under construction to ensure compliance with State Codes and City Ordinances, and partners with stakeholders to manage and complete complex projects and developments.
The Contract Compliance Officer oversees and administers all aspects of contract compliance, workforce, and certified small business participation for development projects, as governed by City Ordinance chapters 355 and 370 and corresponding ordinances.
The Crime Scene Supervisor oversees the Forensics Division personnel involved in evidence identification, preservation, collection, and analysis, ensuring recognized techniques within the parameters of the forensic science field are implemented and followed.
The Document Technician I converts records to digital form and assists with the operation of the City Records Center by performing functions related to records transfer, storage and inventory maintenance, reference services for City employees and members of the public, and the basic arrangement and description of archival records.
The Election Operations Manager plans, directs and oversees all election field operations and serves as a personnel manager for two full-time staff and up to 50 seasonal election staff.
Engineering Technicians I and II assist with surveying activities for improvement projects and related studies by collecting field measurements, downloading field data into Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, and preparing background drawings, estimates and certificates.
The Engineering Technician IV conducts water main replacement, water distribution system repair, and lead service line replacement inspections to ensure compliance with and enforcement of Milwaukee Water Works (MWW) specifications.
The Equipment Operator 1 performs professional driving and critical manual labor functions, including municipal solid waste and recycling collection, street sweeping, snow and ice control, and operation of heavy equipment for the Department of Public Works. This position is critical to the cleanliness, health and safety of the City, its residents and visitors.
The Fire Captain commands one or more firefighting companies at fires and other emergencies and provides direction and supervision to subordinates including Firefighter(s), Heavy Equipment Operator(s) and Fire Lieutenant(s). The Fire Captain leads, trains, inspects, schedules and evaluates subordinate personnel. In addition, the Fire Captain may be required to act in place of a Battalion Chief.
The Fire Lieutenant, under general direction, commands a firefighting company and provides direction and supervision to subordinates, typically Firefighter(s) and Heavy Equipment Operator(s). The Fire Lieutenant leads, trains, inspects, schedules and evaluates subordinate personnel.
Industrial Machine Repair Mechanics and Repairpersons perform preventative maintenance on and repairs to Milwaukee Water Works (MWW) equipment and facilities, operate snow and ice control equipment, and perform routine duties at outlying booster stations.
Librarians perform basic bibliographic, reference, readers’ advisory, and programming work and participate in a full range of librarian activities, including community service, outreach, and basic collection development. Emphasis is on developing a comprehensive background across all phases of librarianship throughout the system, including children's, young adult, and/or adult services.
The Library Security Guard patrols library facilities, responds to security incidents, and prevents security issues to ensure the safety and security of library staff, the public, facilities, and assets throughout the Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) system.
Under the direction of the Permit and Development Center Manager, the Operations Manager-Development Center oversees functions and projects associated with the development process, including business planning, process improvement, and performance measurement.
The Parking Services Supervisor oversees the daily operation of City parking structures and lots, and serves as the City’s parking liaison and professional point of contact for contracted management, property management, lessees, contractors, and other City departments.
Police Officers preserve public peace, protect life and property, work within the community to prevent crime, and enforce ordinances of the City of Milwaukee and the laws of the State of Wisconsin.
A Police Sergeant may be assigned to patrol duty, investigative duty, desk duty or other assignments as required.
Police Sergeant supervises and evaluates personnel assigned to patrol duty within a specific area of the city or an investigative assignment within the Criminal Investigation Bureau.
Supervising incidents or special operations.
Investigations and case management.
Desk Sergeant is responsible for administrative work on an assigned shift.
Ensure personnel are performing their duties in accordance with the Department's Code of Conduct, policies and procedures and training.
The Recruiter for the Fire and Police Commission (FPC) develops, coordinates and implements a comprehensive and effective recruitment effort for entry-level positions in the Police, Fire and Emergency Communications Departments.
The WIC Client Service Assistant 1 assigned to the Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program (WIC) provides client and administrative services, including registration, health screening, and food benefit issuance for participants of the WIC Program at various Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) clinics.
