Community Wellness And Safety Deputy Director

Job Description

Introduction

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a workforce
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.

*This position is exempt from civil service; the incumbent serves at the
pleasure of the Director of the Department of Community Wellness and Safety
(DCWS). *

Purpose

The Community Wellness and Safety Deputy Director works
closely with City leadership, community partners, and other stakeholders to
advance departmental priorities and provides executive leadership in support of
DCWS's citywide violence
prevention and community wellness mission.

Essential Functions

Executive Leadership & Operations

Provide oversight for the OCWS operations, including
ensuring operational efficiency.
Direct organizational planning and policy implementation.
Oversee budgeting, fiscal planning, financial compliance,
procurement coordination, and resource management.
Ensure accurate and timely grant allocation, reporting, and
compliance.
Provide direct supervision to administrative and operational
staff, supporting workforce development, accountability, internal coordination,
and organizational effectiveness.
Lead data-informed planning, program evaluation, performance
measurement, reporting, and operational analysis to support strategic
decision-making.
Coordinate timely and responsive resources and support to
victims of crime, sexual assault, and domestic violence.

Government & Strategic Partnerships

Serve as a primary liaison to City leadership and external
stakeholders regarding departmental priorities, legislative matters, policy
initiatives, and operational updates.
Coordinate with City departments, community organizations,
governmental agencies, and strategic partners to advance violence prevention
and community wellness initiatives.
Represent the City of Milwaukee in internal and external
community meetings, councils, and other collaborations.
Provide training and professional development oversight or
coordination.
Serve as an informed thought leader on issues related to
community violence reduction and the promotion of community safety and healing,
including supporting survivors of violence and sexual assault and offering
guidance on policies and initiatives that impact affected communities.
Represent the DCWS at Common Council meetings.
Support the Mayor and Common Council in community meetings
and events by providing information and follow-up on concerns.

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

Must be willing to work beyond standard business hours to
accomplish work and meet departmental needs.
Travel outside the City of Milwaukee, including overnight,
may be required.
Must be willing to respond to time-sensitive community needs
and issues.
Willingness to work throughout the City of Milwaukee.
Ability to work outdoors, stand, and walk for long periods
of time.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public
administration, criminal justice, public health, or a closely related field
from an accredited college or university.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in
working in community violence prevention, including three years performing
operational leadership and strategic management.
Valid driver's license and good driving record at the time
of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also
be considered; however, the one year of experience performing duties in an
operational leadership, strategic management, or supervisory capacity listed in
#2 above is required and may not be substituted with education.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience providing senior-level leadership within
government, public administration, public health, community safety, violence
prevention, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical - Knowledge of Strategies and Resources

In-depth knowledge of evidence-informed strategies to
prevent and reduce violence in major cities.
Knowledge of collective-impact principles and practices for
cross-sector community engagement and impact.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and crisis
intervention techniques.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related
to family violence prevention and victim support services.
Knowledge of community resources, social service systems,
and referral networks related to family and gender-based violence prevention.
Knowledge of best practices and strategies to prevent child
abuse.
Knowledge of best practices and strategies to prevent human
trafficking.
Knowledge of best practices and strategies to prevent
domestic violence.
Knowledge of best practices and strategies to prevent sexual
assault.
Knowledge of strategies for improving outcomes for children,
youth, and families.
Skill in reading and interpreting technical documents such
as policies, procedures, ordinances, statutes, administrative rules, and
professional publications.
Ability to navigate complex community issues and advance
collaborative violence prevention and community wellness strategies.

Technical - Grant Funding, Budgeting, and Data Management

Knowledge of grant funding through public and private
sources.
Ability to write grant applications, prepare reports and
manage budgets.
Knowledge of the use of research products.
Analytical skills to review information and draw accurate
conclusions.
Ability to use spreadsheet, database, project management,
and word processing software to develop reports and summarize data.
Ability to analyze data and use insights to drive
programmatic improvements and measure outcomes.

Communication and Interpersonal

Ability to understand and work within complex systems,
including healthcare, law enforcement, education, social services, public
health, community agencies, and faith organizations.
Excellent written communication skills to create effective
briefing materials, reports, policies, procedures, and
correspondence.
Ability to build and maintain positive stakeholder
relationships and effectively respond to concerns.
Ability to work effectively and positively with people whose
backgrounds may differ from one's own.
Communication and presentation skills to share information
effectively individually and before groups, such as community events and common
council meetings.
Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Ability to provide services in a culturally sensitive
manner.
Facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to effectively guide communities through
de-escalation methods.
Ability to build effective partnerships with government
agencies, community-based organizations, funders, law enforcement, and
residents

Leadership

Ability to lead and manage a diverse team in a fast-paced
and high-demand environment.
Lead with integrity in words and actions.
Ability to develop short- and long-term plans related to
violence prevention.
Ability to effectively manage and motivate staff and
volunteers.
Ability to assign duties, set performance standards, provide
guidance and training, monitor work progress, evaluate performance, and make
hiring recommendations.
Ability to develop processes and strategies for working
efficiently.
Ability to foster an environment of inclusion and respect.
Ability to develop goals and strategies that meet measurable
objectives.
Ability to apply time management techniques and prioritize
responsibilities to ensure work is accomplished within project deadlines.
Skill in developing and implementing performance measurement
tools to track programmatic outcomes.

Judgment and Analysis

Ability to adapt and respond to evolving community needs,
regulatory changes and emerging best practices in violence prevention.
Demonstrated capacity to show empathy and resilience to
support clients in distressing situations while maintaining professional
boundaries.
Strong organization and project management skills, including
managing multiple programs and prioritizing tasks effectively.
Ability to think critically and analytically and make informed
decisions.
Ability to demonstrate discretion in the handling of
sensitive information.
Ability to be creative and flexible.
Skill in problem-solving and decision-making.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to function well under pressure, including during
critical incident events.
Ability to perform work duties with professionalism,
honesty, and integrity.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources.

Current Salary

The current salary range (Pay Range 1JX) is $104,997 -
$123,106 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of
Milwaukee residents is $109,197 - $128,030. 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 https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits

Selection Process

Screening for this position will be based on an evaluation
of each applicant's e

Requirements

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public
administration, criminal justice, public health, or a closely related field
from an accredited college or university.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in
working in community violence prevention, including three years performing
operational leadership and strategic management.
Valid driver's license and good driving record at the time
of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also
be considered; however, the one year of experience performing duties in an
operational leadership, strategic management, or supervisory capacity listed in
#2 above is required and may not be substituted with education.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience providing senior-level leadership within
government, public administration, public health, community safety, violence
prevention, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical - Knowledge of Strategies and Resources

In-depth knowledge of evidence-informed strategies to
prevent and reduce violence in major cities.
Knowledge of collective-impact principles and practices for
cross-sector community engagement and impact.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and crisis
intervention techniques.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related
to family violence prevention and victim support services.
Knowledge of community resources, social service systems,
and referral networks related to family and gender-based violence prevention.
Knowledge of best practices and strategies to prevent child
abuse.
Knowledge of best practices and strategies to prevent human
trafficking.
Knowledge of best practices and strategies to prevent
domestic violence.
Knowledge of best practices and strategies to prevent sexual
assault.
Knowledge of strategies for improving outcomes for children,
youth, and families.
Skill in reading and interpreting technical documents such
as policies, procedures, ordinances, statutes, administrative rules, and
professional publications.
Ability to navigate complex community issues and advance
collaborative violence prevention and community wellness strategies.

Technical - Grant Funding, Budgeting, and Data Management

Knowledge of grant funding through public and private
sources.
Ability to write grant