MANAGEMENT TRAINEE

The Management Trainee Program offers recent college graduates an opportunity to pursue a career in public service through a one-year appointment performing analytical and communications functions. 

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 part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The Management Trainee assigned to the Mayor’s Office will serve as Communications Coordinator and will assist in planning and executing communications and media efforts on behalf of the Office of the Mayor and the City of Milwaukee.  

Appointment to this Management Trainee position is exempt from Civil Service; accordingly, the incumbent will not be eligible for transfer or promotion into a Civil Service position.

• Research, plan and execute events and media opportunities that showcase the Administration and departmental initiatives, priorities and programs.
• Manage the Mayor’s Office social media efforts and website, providing content, continuous evaluation and opportunities for improvement.
• Proactively identify opportunities to generate attention to the Administration’s efforts.
• Produce news releases and advisories.
• Maintain media directory and other records of communications activity.
• Staff Mayor at various events by coordinating involvement and managing follow-up.
• Conduct research to advance communications and media efforts.
• Assist in the coordination and creation of background materials and key messages.
• Provide input and participate in major office efforts including State of the City, budget address and other special events and programs. 

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.

1. Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree from an accredited college or university within the past two years (at time of application).

NOTE: Students in their final year of college (at time of application) may participate in the selection process but would not be eligible for appointment until degree completion. 

2. One year of experience planning and coordinating communications and media efforts (including developing and maintaining a website for an organization) in a public, private, or a non-profit setting.

3. Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

IMPORTANT NOTE: College transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. Transcripts should be attached to your online application. Applications without transcripts attached will be considered incomplete and will be rejected. Student/unofficial copies are acceptable; however, your transcript must be legible and include your college/university name, your name, the degree completed (if applicable) and the date completed.

Technical

• Skill in the maintenance and development and of social media and web content.
• Skill in scheduling, planning and organizing communications plans.
• Knowledge of customer service practices and maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of basic computer software applications to facilitate work processes (e.g., work processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software).
• Skill in reading and interpreting a variety of technical written materials.
• Ability to review and analyze data and apply the results to reach accurate conclusions.

Time Management/ Judgement

• Ability to exercise good judgment and solve problems as they occur.
• Ability to plan, establish priorities and complete multiple projects within deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with individuals at all levels of the organization and within the community.
• Written communication skills to produce clear and concise reports, correspondence, and public documents, including press releases.
• Skill in the practice of active listening.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of people, including coworkers, City officials, representatives of other agencies and the public.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity; ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with co-workers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.
• Professionalism, honesty, integrity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

The current salary range (PG 2EX) is $49,643 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $51,133.

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• 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.

Note: Management Trainees are not eligible to participate in the employees’ retirement system.

Screening for this position will be based on an evaluation of each applicant’s education, experience, and professional accomplishments, which should be detailed in a cover letter and resume.

Please send the following via email to krurban@milwaukee.gov jheber@milwaukee.gov by 11:59 p.m. on April 6, 2022:

1. cover letter
2. resume
3. college transcripts

• Please indicate “Management Trainee” in the subject line.
• Inquiries regarding the selection process may be directed to Kristin Hennessy Urban Jamie Heberer by calling 414.286.8643 414.286.3380 or via email at krurban@milwaukee.gov  jheber@milwaukee.gov. 

The City of Milwaukee reserves the right to invite only the most qualified applicants to participate in the selection process.

INITIAL FILING DATE: The selection process will be conducted as soon as practical after April 6, 2022. Receipt of application materials may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• The department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St. Rooms 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

EEO Code= 204  

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