Current City of Milwaukee Employment Opportunities
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The Associate Planner consults with and provides technical assistance in zoning, land use, housing, and development to the Planning Division staff, other Department of City Development (DCD) personnel, property owners and developers, community-based organizations, and the public.
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 Building Maintenance Supervisor oversees the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Technicians and custodial personnel during the first, second, and third shifts at multiple MPD facilities.
The Chemist independently performs lead and other chemical analyses of dust wipes, paint, water, and soil for Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) divisions and the City of Milwaukee and State of Wisconsin’s Childhood Lead Poisoning and Prevention Program.
The Civil Engineer III performs engineering duties and serves as the construction engineering program office lead and is the Department of Public Works (DPW) construction materials engineer.
The Civil Engineer IV develops transportation engineering design guidelines, details, and standards to achieve the City’s goals of reducing reckless driving and making streets safer and more enjoyable for people to walk, bike, take transit, and drive.
Under the direction of the WIC Program Manager, the Community Health Dietitian 1 provides nutrition and administrative services for the City of Milwaukee Health Department’s (MHD) Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) special supplemental nutrition program and serves as a lead worker for Community Health Nutritionists, WIC Client Services Assistants, and Breastfeeding Peer Counselors.
Under the direction of the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program Manager, the Community Health Nutritionist 1 provides nutritional assessment and counseling and determines program eligibility for the Milwaukee Health Department’s (MHD) WIC participants.
The Community Outreach Specialist supports the City of Milwaukee’s violence prevention efforts by overseeing mentorship, outreach, and leadership development initiatives for youth, particularly those at risk, justice-involved, or impacted by community violence and gang involvement.
This position is funded by a grant from the Department of Labor through December 2027.
The Electrical Inspector conducts system inspections in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings to ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes.
The Elevator Inspector 3 conducts inspections of passenger and freight elevators, chair lifts, accessible lifts, escalators, moving walks, and dumbwaiters. These inspections take place in commercial and industrial buildings to ensure that equipment installed in the City of Milwaukee complies with federal, state, and local codes. Inspection work includes testing elevators and reviewing plans or specifications for new or existing elevator installations.
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.
Under the direction of the Employes’ Retirement System (ERS) Deputy Chief Investment Officer, the Pension Investment Analyst conducts due diligence on investment managers and monitors performance and compliance for the ERS’s $6.5 billion investment portfolio.
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.
The Health Project Supervisor–SRH oversees programs and services within the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Division of the Milwaukee Health Department (MHD), ensuring the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and evidence-based SRH services to the community.
The Human Resources (HR) Supervisor oversees the Milwaukee Police Department’s human resources (MPD-HR) team to ensure the efficiency of the HR function for sworn and civilian personnel.
Industrial Machine Repairpersons 5 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.
The Librarian III performs selection and collection management of materials in assigned areas of the Milwaukee Public Library.
The Acquisitions, Serials, Interlibrary Loan, and Collections unit selects, purchases, and receives materials for Milwaukee Public Library, in both physical and electronic formats. The unit supports subscriptions, processing, and collection management work in MPL’s collections. In addition, the unit manages system-wide access to interlibrary loan services.
Teen Interns assist in implementing the library’s “Connected Learning for Teens” initiative, fulfilling the mission and vision of the Milwaukee Public Library. Interns serve as faces and voices for the MPL, spearheading teen projects within our 4 library makerspaces and developing new programs for teens in the Milwaukee community. They consult on programs, mentor their peers, and host engaging events, all while developing critical career skills in the process.
We are looking for innovative and dedicated students who want to help others read, learn, and connect. If this is you, submit your application today!
The Parking Enforcement Officer administers all parking and abandoned vehicle regulations, facilitates vehicle turnover to create access, and provides accurate parking-related information and customer service to the public.
The Plan Examiner Specialist 1 provides primary service to walk-in customers seeking building permits, certificates of occupancy, or information on the City of Milwaukee building and zoning codes.
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.
Public Health Nurses engage in a variety of population-based and individual nursing activities in homes, schools, clinics and community settings designed to assure that health care is accessible and available to residents.
The Tax Enforcement Specialist-Bilingual provides administrative support related to tax enforcement, vacated judgments, bankruptcy administration, and customer relations.
The Tax Enforcement Specialist-Bilingual provides translation and interpretation services in Spanish and English.
The Urban Design Coordinator oversees the review of development proposals requiring discretionary City approvals; develops staff recommendations for decision-makers and advances urban design policy guidance to ensure high-quality development, consistent with City plans and standards.
