FIRE & POLICE COMMISSION STAFFING SERVICES MANAGER

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The Fire and Police Commission (FPC) was established in 1885 by state law and is one of the oldest police oversight agencies in the nation. The Commission’s authority and responsibility are set forth in Wisconsin Statute Section 62.50, the Milwaukee City Charter Chapter 22.10, and the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 314. The seven citizen board members are appointed by the Mayor of Milwaukee and approved by the Common Council. The mission of the FPC is to ensure that the Fire and Police Departments are prepared to protect the lives and property of the citizens of the City of Milwaukee by monitoring the quality and effectiveness of Fire and Police Department policies, practices, and outcomes.  

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the FPC Staffing Services Manager is responsible for the leadership and the direction of the testing and recruitment staff in developing and administering the selection processes for the City of Milwaukee public safety positions.

Supervision and Leadership of the Testing and Recruitment Staff

• Plan, organize, and review the work of staff and provides training and development. Ensure staff adheres to rules, regulations, best practices and applicable laws related to employment testing. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all agencies impacted by the service. Anticipate workforce needs and plan selection activities.

Job Analysis, Test Development and Administration

• Determine the need for new selection procedures for entry level and promotional positions; approve qualifications, job postings, components and weights of tests, job analysis procedures, and test materials, as well as test scheduling and physical arrangements. Review and evaluate test statistics and eligible lists prior to submission to the FPC; ensure all testing activities are validated, developed, and administered according to professional and legal  standards (e.g., Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing, Principles for the Validation and Use of Personnel Selection Procedures and the Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures); direct and evaluate the work of consultants; and ensure the security and confidentiality of test materials.

Research, Reporting, and Complaint Response/Resolution

• Serve as testing subject matter expert for the FPC; prepare research reports and recommendations on employee selection and related human resources issues as requested by the Executive Director, FPC, Office of the City Attorney, public officials and other agencies; and respond to complaints or legal action regarding selection processes.

Background Investigation and Pre-Employment Testing

• Develop and oversee the administration of the background investigation and appeals process, pursuant to Fire and Police Commission Rules and professional and legal standards. Oversee the work of professionals contracted to perform pre-employment testing that includes drug screening, medical, and psychological testing.

Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Must be willing to work an extended schedule for successive days (i.e., 10-12 hour work days) on occasion as well as evenings and weekends to meet departmental needs.

1. Master’s degree in industrial/organizational psychology, educational psychology, human resources management, public administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Education must have included coursework in testing and assessment and statistics.
2. Three years of progressively responsible experience in the development, administration, and validation of personal selection procedures, including application of related principles, practices, techniques and legal consideration.
3. Valid driver’s license and availability of a properly-insured vehicle at time of appointment and throughout employment.

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 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.

• Experience with personnel selection for public safety positions.

Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of job analysis methods and related research; ability to conduct and interpret job analysis studies.
• Knowledge of professional testing standards and federal regulations related to personnel selection standards.
• Knowledge of measurement theory and practice.
• Knowledge of selection test validation methods and skill in developing valid, reliable selection process.
• Knowledge of test security issues. Knowledge of fire and police operations.
• Knowledge of mathematics and statistics; ability to apply statistics to practical situations.
• Knowledge of principles and best practices of human resources management.
• Skill in conducting quantitative and technical research.
• Ability to understand, analyze and interpret data derived from employment tests.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret work-related documents such as laws and regulations, academic papers, scientific and technical journals, and budgetary documents.
• Ability to master the complexities of public safety personnel selection and to serve as a subject matter expert in support of testing decisions.
• A grasp of the capabilities of information technology, along with proficiency using standard software (word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation programs) and job-specific applications (human resources, applicant tracking, and statistical software).
• Ability to develop and execute comprehensive, creative, and successful recruitment plans and strategies.
• Ability to remain informed regarding developments in the fields of selection and human resources management.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Written communication skills, including skill in writing correspondence, policies, reports, and other documents.
• Oral communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely and explain complex to non-technical audiences.
• Skill in effectively preparing and delivering presentations and testimony before groups such as senior management, elected officials, boards, and commissions in legal and quasi-judicial proceedings.
• Customer focus and effective listening skills; dedication to exceptional service delivery and ability to satisfactorily respond to inquiries or escalated complaints from applicants, other City departments, and the public.
• Skill in being assertive, yet diplomatic; ability to resolve sensitive inquiries and complaints.
• Appreciation for and commitment to diversity as well as exemplary cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment and to maintain harmonious co-worker relationships.

Leadership Ability and Supervisory Skills

• Leadership skills and initiative: ability to provide operational oversight and expert advice for a staff of testing and recruiting professionals. Ability to manage the continual planning and execution of multiple, concurrent, large-scale recruiting, testing, and hiring cycles.
• Supervisory skills: ability to set high standards of performance; make assignments and delegate tasks; direct work; measure and evaluate work outcomes; and hire, train, develop, and discipline staff as necessary.
• Ability to apply expertise in a fair and objective manner to manage projects, solve problems and make decisions.

Judgment/Organization/Analytical Skills

• Ability to employ a systematic approach to work, to adjust to changing priorities and to handle multiple assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to use sound judgment to analyze and solve complex problems and make sound decisions.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Ability to apply expertise in a fair manner.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of examination and candidate information.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to changing circumstances.

The current salary range (Pay Range 1IX) for City of Milwaukee resident is $75,478-$105,669 annually, and the non-resident salary range is $73,627-103,077. 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 leave
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit http://city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits2018

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 Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The examination will be held as soon as practical after Friday, November 16, 2018. Receipt of applications 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. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative test administration. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

APPLICATION and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobaps.com/MIL. ·        

• Applications and transcripts should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above. ·        
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov. ·        
• The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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