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Milwaukee County

Community Intervention Specialist

Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244

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Overview

Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For submitted application inquiries please contact careers@milwaukeecountywi.gov. An online application must be submitted for consideration. We are searching for Changemakers to join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents. We are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! Closing Date

Closing Date: September 23rd, 2025, or upon receipt of the first 50 applicant submissions Position

Community Intervention Specialist Department:

Department of Health and Human Services Hourly Range:

$28.22 - $32.85 Job Summary

The Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services has established a county-wide goal to improve equitable service delivery and develop an organizational culture of equity. The department is working to ensure that every employee has the knowledge, skills, and resources to address racial disparities and inequities which impact many of our most vulnerable customers, who are children, youth, and their families. Job Duties

Community and Stakeholder Engagement. Develop and strengthen relationships with community partners and stakeholders by leading community engagement and outreach activities. Communicate and collaborate with members of the community and partners in the violence reduction efforts. Collect, retrieve, and maintain data for reporting purposes. Provide up-to-date and accurate data for grant reporting. Write and submit grant reports as requested. Support the leadership team on special projects and the development of CYFS protocols. Implement and manage assigned projects. Establish relationships with violence reduction partners. Identify resources and unmet needs in the community. Coordinate from a public health and community response perspective. Support the CVI Program Manager in grant administration and reporting, assist in managing the Advance Peace model, and coordinate the planning team. Plan community forums, community engagement events, and travel logistics. Lead public awareness campaigns, collaborate with project partners, and represent at events. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements

Current resident of the State of Wisconsin. Current Wisconsin Driver's License. Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Community Relations, Criminal Justice, or closely related field from an accredited college or university is required. At least one (1) year of experience in Project Management within a Crime Analysis, Youth Justice, Community Outreach and Engagement, or related field is required. Must be able to travel extensively, up to 20% of work time, within the community. Advanced knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets. Intermediate knowledge of MC Access, Database Concepts and Reporting software required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of youth justice; knowledge of case management; knowledge of data entry policy and procedures; ability to engage with community stakeholders; ability to work with individuals with a wide range of needs; ability to push, pull, lift, carry up to 10lbs as needed. Notes

This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during this application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process. APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION 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 or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, 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.

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