Introduction The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.
Purpose The Workforce Development Coordinator collaborates with the Milwaukee Health Department's (MHD's) human resources (HR) team and departmental leadership to develop and implement a comprehensive workforce development strategy.
Essential Functions Workforce Program Development and Implementation - Assist in managing the design, coordination, and execution of workforce development programs.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for interns, managers, and community partners, ensuring seamless communication and engagement.
- Organize logistics for workforce-related events, including scheduling, setting up venues, managing RSVPs, and preparing materials.
- Assist in developing an MHD performance management plan.
- Engage with community partners to expand workforce initiatives and outreach efforts.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on Workday modules, including Talent and Learning.
- Co-chair the Workforce Development Committee, along with the Health Operations Director.
- Co-chair the Employee Engagement work group, along with the Human Resources Supervisor.
Internship and Mentorship Program Support - Assist in the development and management of internship and mentorship programs to ensure alignment with workforce development goals.
- Assist with developmental coaching conversations with interns, guiding them in career readiness, professional skills development, and goal setting.
- Coordinate the intern placement process, maintain related policies, and support preceptors.
- Track and assess intern progress, providing ongoing support and troubleshooting any issues that arise.
- Facilitate onboarding for interns and mentors, ensuring a structured and supportive experience.
- Assist in building and maintaining relationships with local businesses, healthcare organizations, public health entities, and educational institutions to create collaborative partnerships for internships and strengthen post-internship career opportunities.
Data Collection, Assessment & Program Impact - Collect and analyze workforce development program data to assess outcomes and areas for improvement, including impact on the community and MHD's performance indicators.
- Assess public health competencies on a semi-annual basis in accordance with DHS 140 and Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) standards.
- Develop and track key performance indicators, including intern placement rates, participant feedback, performance improvements, and employee job satisfaction.
- Utilize data insights to recommend enhancements that drive program growth and efficiency.
- Develop, manage, and implement employee engagement and satisfaction surveys.
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.
Conditions of Employment - Required to file a Statement of Economic Interests in accordance with the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 303-Code of Ethics.
- The standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
- Must carry a mobile phone during business hours.
- Must travel outside the City of Milwaukee, occasionally overnight, for training purposes or participation in meetings representing the City.
- Must respond to an emergency or a broad-impact event.
- Required pre-employment tests include the following:
- Physical
- Audiogram
- Vision
- Required pre-employment vaccines include the following:
- TB Test (at time of hire and annually throughout employment)
- Hep B Vaccine
- MMR Vaccine
- Varicella Vaccine
- Covid 19 Vaccine Confirmation
Minimum Requirements - Bachelor's degree in public administration, human resources, public health, industrial/organizational psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Three years of professional-level experience in human resources, training and development, and/or workforce development strategy implementation.
- A driver's license and a properly insured vehicle at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Private Auto Allowance May Be Paid Pursuant to Section 350-183 of The Milwaukee Code.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. NOTICE : Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates' education as part of the background screening process before extending any job offers.
Desirable Qualifications - Public Health experience
- Human Resources experience in the public sector
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics Technical - Knowledge of public health, workforce development, and training programs.
- Knowledge of workforce training opportunities that support individuals with varied learning styles and abilities.
- Knowledge of employee engagement and satisfaction survey techniques.
- Skill in using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint to create reports, business correspondence and presentations.
- Ability to learn City Service rules, City ordinances, and State and Federal employment laws.
- Ability to learn proprietary software used in grant management and performance management.
Communication and Interpersonal - Verbal communication skills to communicate strategy expectations to community partners, public health agencies, and departmental leadership.
- Written communication skills to compose clear correspondence and comprehensive reports.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with team members, departmental representatives, and public health agencies.
- Ability to accomplish work projects and produce deliverables in coordination with multiple colleagues.
- Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and staff members.
Judgment, Planning, and Professionalism - Commitment to remain current with workforce development best practices.
- Decision-making skills and sound judgment.
- Organizational skills to maintain information and data that is accurate, complete, accessible, and usable.
- Ability to plan and accomplish work, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to gather information needed for an issue, seeking information from appropriate sources, and working with others to obtain necessary information.
- Attention to detail and the ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy.
- Project management skills.
- Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and good judgment in compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards.
- Honesty, integrity, professionalism and the ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources.
Current Salary The current salary range (Pay Range 2KX) is
$77,551-$98,704 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is
$79,878-$101,665 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.
BENEFITS The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the 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
- Onsite Employee 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
For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit Process
THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.
INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.
Additional Information - APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting
- If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at or
- The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Conclusion EEO 208 The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
