Policy And Administration Coordinator

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcededicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you arepassionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants pleaseconsider the following opportunity.

The Policy and Administration Coordinator provides expertiseto the Common Council on local economic development and manages theidentification development and support of citywide Innovation Districts.

Economic Development Liaison

• Serve as an economic development liaison between council members business improvement district boards local businesses property owners City departments and public agencies.
• Identify report on and seek direction from council members as to local opportunities for public funding zoning and planning processes.
• Monitor local Business Improvement District (BID) activities and report to council members.

Innovation District Program

• Work with the Common Council public agencies businesses civic organizations property owners and other stakeholders to develop programming and legislation incentivizing support and engagement with the Citys innovation district initiative.
• Research and identify characteristics of successful mixed-use innovation hubs and recommend policies to support the development within the Citys innovation districts.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for assessing the impact and effectiveness of innovation district designation and activities.
• Research and prepare reports summarizing findings on innovation district KPIs.
• Discover suitable locations and participants for future innovation district designations.
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities including grant writing to support the innovation district initiative.

Research and Policy Analysis

• Pursue research and policy analysis by monitoring community trends issues that impact local economic development and the development of innovation districts.
• Recommend and define policy alternatives on current issues and trends.
• Support council members in developing legislation.

Public Engagement

• Engage in media and communication initiatives including press conferences public statements talking points newsletters and social media.

Community and Neighborhood Relations

• Develop and maintain good relationships with council members elected officials and City departments.
• Represent the Common Council at various civic committee and governmental functions.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with local businesses property owners residents and stakeholders.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to attend evening and weekend events as required by the needs of the department.

1. Bachelors degree in business administration public administration statistics political science or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Four years of experience in policy planning strategic planning innovation and change management related to the essential functions listed above.
3. Valid drivers license and possession of a properly insured vehicle for use on the job at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education training andexperience may also be considered.

Notice:Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offers.

• Masters degree in business administration public administration or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Six Sigma Lean or related certifications.
• Bilingual in Spanish/ English

Technical

• Knowledge of best practices in change management.
• Knowledge of best practices in strategic planning.
• Knowledge of best practices in economic development.
• Knowledge of real estate zoning and urban planning.
• Knowledge of the barriers to and opportunities for economic development around the Milwaukee area.
• Ability to understand emerging technologies and how they may impact an organization.
• Ability to identify and understand the conditions that lead to the organic development of mixed-use technological hubs.
• Knowledge of quality improvement processes practices and techniques.
• Ability to facilitate the development of new organizational structures systems and metrics that support accountability and efficient service delivery.
• Ability to facilitate the identification of meaningful KPIs.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as laws policies and technical publications.
• Ability to facilitate recommendations and solutions that are based upon research and informatics.
• Ability to identify emerging trends and to provide information analysis and interpretation to stakeholders.
• Ability to navigate City of Milwaukee neighborhoods and to understand their history and needs.
• Proficiency with computers and the Microsoft Office suite.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Ability to communicate and work effectively and respectfully with a variety of people including business owners coworkers city officials community representatives and the public.
• Customer service skills to assist residents with inquiries or problems.
• Written communication skills to write clear and error-free correspondence reports and procedures.
• Verbal communication to effectively communicate with members of the public stakeholders and other city departments.
• Strong public relations skills.
• Ability to develop strategic plans that involve the input and engagement of stakeholders.
• Ability to provide services in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with the public business owners elected officials co-workers and management.

Organization Professionalism and Judgment

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and uphold the highest ethical standards when working with the public.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with different deadlines audiences and demands.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to be able to analyze issues and recommend solutions.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Honesty and integrity; ability to handle confidential information and sensitive issues.
• Ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources.
• Ability to think creatively identify opportunities and solve complex problems.
• Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.

The current salary range (Pay Range 2LX) is$82677-$108380annuallyand the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residentsis$85984-$112715annually.Appointment above the minimum ispossible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subjectto approval.

BENEFITS:
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program which includesthe following:

• Wisconsin Retirement Systems (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• OnsiteEmployee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass