MANAGEMENT TRAINEE

Mayor's Office

Recruitment #1711-4357-002

Introduction

Are you a recent college graduate interested in a career in public service?  Do you want to have an impact on your community?  The Management Trainee Program offers recent college graduates an opportunity to pursue careers in public service with the City of Milwaukee through a one year appointment to a department performing management-level functions.  This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

Purpose

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 from this title.

Essential Functions

  • Research, plan and execute events and media opportunities that showcase Administration and department 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 media clip files.
  • 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. 

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.

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or public relations 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.

4. Availability of a personal vehicle for use on the job.  Mileage reimbursement is provided.  

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

IMPORTANT NOTE: To receive credit for college, transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. College transcripts should be attached to your online application. Applications without transcripts attached will be considered incomplete and will 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 date the degree was completed.  Student copies are acceptable.

Knowledges, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

  • Knowledge of customer service practices and maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Skill in the practice of active listening.
  • Skill in the maintenance and development and of social media and web content.
  • Skill in scheduling, planning and organization communications plans.
  • Oral communication skills to communicate clearly and actively with diverse individuals.
  • Written communication skills to produce clear and concise reports, correspondence, and public documents, including press releases.
  • 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.
  • Ability to work effectively with a variety of people, including coworkers, City officials, representatives of other agencies and the public.

Current Salary

The current salary (PG 2EX) for City of Milwaukee residents is $48,670 annually, and the non-resident salary is $47,476.

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 http://city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits2017.  

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

Selection Process

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

Additional Information

APPLICATION INFORMATION

  • Applications 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 in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

Conclusion

Appointment to a Management Trainee assignment is limited to one year of service.  


EEO Code= 204  

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