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Engagement Assistant – Capital Projects (Seasonal)
Seasonal, Hourly
Hourly Range: $12.74 – $15.93/hr
Parks Equity Statement:Milwaukee County Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse work force that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. Milwaukee County Parks leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
Job Summary
The Milwaukee County Parks Department contains over 15,000 acres of land and over 150 designated parks. Parks manages eleven parkways, over 210 miles of trail, countless playgrounds, athletic courts and fields, two recreation centers, twelve pools, two horticultural facilities, golf courses, dog parks and food and beverage locations. There are currently over 45 active capital projects managed by the department in addition to multiple third-party partnership projects and in-house construction improvements taking place. This position is responsible for communicating the status of these projects to constituents and incorporating community feedback into plan design for community amenities.
Job Responsibilities
- Bang the Table Software – create and maintain Bang the Table engagement pages for ongoing capital projects. Update staff contact information, obtain project renderings and timelines, and create site input opportunities via surveys, comments etc.
- In-person public engagement – assist capital project managers with scheduling, content, collateral production, and logistics.
- Collaborate with Landscape Architects, Engineers, and planning staff to monitor capital project timelines and ensure engagement according to the assigned level.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Communications team to update social media, department website and other stakeholders of opportunities for project input.
Required Education, License/Certification and Experiences
- Valid Driver’s License required and must be maintained throughout incumbency
- High school diploma or G.E.D is required
- Basic knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications required (e.g. Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel)
Note: This Original Examination is open to all qualified applicants authorized to work in the United States. In accordance with Rule III section 11 of the Civil Service Rules a non-competitive examination will be held for this position. The non-competitive examination will consist of a review of candidate materials, education and related experience.
Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.
Other details
- Job Family 6 – Natural Resources/Parks and Recreation
- Job Function 8 Service-Maintenance
- Pay Type Hourly
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