INJURY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM COORDINATOR - YOUTH

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM CIVIL SERVICE

Appointment and continued employment is at the pleasure of the Commissioner of Health, City of Milwaukee.  

Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big-city hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed old world charm with a breathtaking Art Museum, top-flight arts and cultural attractions, vibrant neighborhoods, lakefront festivals, recreational opportunities and great restaurants.  

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.  

The Position 

Under the direction of the Violence Prevention Manager, the Injury and Violence Prevention Program Coordinator will assist in the planning and implementation of a strategic effort to promote youth development and reduce violence among youth in the City of Milwaukee.

The Department

The Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) was created in 2008 by Mayor Tom Barrett and was expanded in 2016 after a rise in violence in 2015. The OVP exists within the Milwaukee Health Department (MHD), has 10 staff positions, and has a $3.7 million budget. The OVP’s mission is to prevent violence through partnerships that strengthen youth, families, and neighborhoods. In 2017, the Blueprint for Peace – a community‑driven solutions plan – was launched and currently serves as a strategic guide for the work of the OVP. For more information about the OVP and the Blueprint for Peace, please visit www.414life.com.

For more information about the Milwaukee Health Department, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/HEALTH.

Youth Development Planning

• Participate in the planning and implementation of activities and engage youth for participation in the planning process.
• Provide, review, and evaluate youth development and violence prevention programming in Milwaukee, including evaluation of best practices. 

Program Management

• Conduct regular city-wide inventories on programmatic and service goals to identify needs and track progress.

Community Collaboration, Education, and Legislation

• Provide information to the community on program strategies and share progress with partners and policymakers.
• Provide regular updates to the Mayor, Common Council, and other key interest parties through community presentations and events and social or broadcast media.
• Represent the City of Milwaukee and MHD in meetings with community partners.
• Respond to constituent requests pertaining to youth development and violence prevention resources.
• Coordinate with internal city partners to align efforts and build capacity to improve opportunity and reduce risk for youth. 

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Please be advised that new employees are required to have received either both doses of the Moderna or Pfizer or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine prior to their employment start date or have an approved religious or medical accommodation prior to their employment start date. You can find further information relative to the City’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy here.
• Position requires working variable hours as dictated by departmental needs, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Position requires travel to various sites throughout the City of Milwaukee.
• The Injury and Violence Prevention Program Coordinator (Youth) is required to file a statement of economic interests in accordance with the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 303-Code of Ethics.

1. Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, criminal justice, sociology, psychology, economics, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Two years of professional experience working with youth and diverse stakeholders to achieve program goals.
3. Valid driver’s license and access to a properly insured vehicle at time of appointment and throughout employment; mileage reimbursement is provided pursuant to Section 350-183 of the Milwaukee Code.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

IMPORTANT NOTE: College transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. Transcripts should be sent via email to Human Resources Analyst-Senior Sarah Wangerin at swanger@milwaukee.gov. Applications without transcripts attached will be considered incomplete and may be rejected. Your transcript must be legible and include the following information: the university or college name, your name, the degree completed (if applicable) and the degree completion date. Student copies are acceptable.

• Ability to provide interpretation for clients who speak Spanish, Hmong, or another language.
• Supervisory or leadership experience.

Technical

• Strong knowledge of and relationships with the prevention community, services, and resources related to youth and teen mentorship, social development, and violence prevention.
• Knowledge of public health approaches to violence prevention.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively use social media messaging.
• Knowledge of grant funding through public and private sources.
• Skill in reading and interpreting technical documents such as policies, procedures, ordinances, statutes, and administrative rules.
• Ability to use spreadsheet, database, project management, and word processing software to develop reports, business correspondence, and summary data.
• Ability to gather and interpret data and respond to data requests.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Written communication skills to be able to create reports and business correspondence.
• Verbal communication and presentation skills to represent the program effectively and the ability to effectively communicate to various audiences (i.e., the public, news media, residents, community partners, co‑workers, and elected officials).
• Interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective relationships with the public, elected officials, community groups, co‑workers and management.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people including youth and adults.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment with diverse groups of people and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently as a member of highly supportive team.
• Ability to identify and build relationships with business associations and community organizations related to the work of the department.
• Ability to be diplomatic and to operate with tact and professionalism when working with commissioners, the public, elected officials, and co‑workers.
• Ability to exhibit cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Ability to exhibit an exemplary level of cultural competence.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with coworkers and customers whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

Judgment and Analytical Skills

• Analytical skills and the ability to use sound judgment to solve complex problems and make sound decisions.
• Honesty, integrity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality with regard to crisis calls and sensitive information.
• Ability to plan, organize, and accomplish work; manage multiple assignments simultaneously; and manage time to meet deadlines.

The current salary range (Pay Range 2FX) for City of Milwaukee is $49,643-$68,968 annually and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $51,133-$71,037. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.  

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan       
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan     
• Health and Dental Insurance       
• Comprehensive Wellness Program        
• Onsite Clinic Services       
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program       
• Alternative Work Schedules        
• Long Term Disability Insurance     
• Group Life Insurance     
• Tuition Benefits      
• Paid Vacation        
• 11 Paid Holidays        
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement       
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Milwaukee Health Department reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to an interview. Information from the selection process will be used to make a hiring decision.  

APPLICATION PROCEDURE – Interested individuals must submit a resume, a letter of interest, and transcripts (if applicable) by email to Sarah Wangerin, Human Resources Analyst-Senior at: swanger@milwaukee.gov by Friday, March 4th, 2022. Please indicate Injury and Violence Prevention Program Coordinator in the subject line. Questions may be directed to Sarah Wangerin, Human Resources Analyst-Senior by email at swanger@milwaukee.gov.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.