ASSOCIATE II, RECREATION SUPERVISOR (WELLNESS)

Milwaukee Recreation is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and energetic leader to oversee the department's wellness program which includes both community and employee wellness, as well as management of a partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin to improve the health and wellness of community members.

Primary duties include hiring and supervising part-time staff, planning and administering health and wellness activities for youth, adults, and staff during non-school hours, program and staff evaluation, and collaborating with MPS Departments and community organizations.

The successful candidate has a passion for wellness and helping our community gain a greater understanding of how to live a healthy lifestyle.

The salary range is $62,689.53 - $90,032.77

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Sunday, April 13, 2025.

A current resume must be attached to the completed application. Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required Bachelor's degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire).

• If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify Human Resources that you are sending hard copies.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete.

No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

Please contact Pa N. Xiong, talent management specialist, with any questions: xiongpn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

• Bachelor's Degree required from an accredited college or university in health and wellness; parks, recreation, and tourism management; community sports management; kinesiology, or related field. May substitute two (2) years of relevant recreation experience for one (1) year of education. A combination of both education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum one (1) year of full-time experience in urban recreation preferred. Two (2) years of graduate assistant experience or equivalent part-time experience and/or relevant certifications will be considered.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP), Health and Wellness Coaching, and Personal Training. Ability to obtain and maintain certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP), Health and Wellness Coaching, and Personal Training. Ability to obtain and maintain certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP), Health and Wellness Coaching, and Personal Training.

• Coordinate health and wellness related programs and activities year-round, at multiple locations.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time staff.
• Conduct regular site visits to wellness programs to ensure program quality.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of program operations and update program content to ensure it is relevant to participant needs and interests.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory of program materials.
• Identify qualified vendors to work with MPS in the provision of wellness programming during non-school hours.
• Assist in preparing and coordinating promotional materials to generate interest and growth in participation.
• Coordinate facility scheduling for program activities.
• Identify creative ways to secure additional resources to enhance programming.
• Conduct instructor in-service training.
• Coordinate Milwaukee Recreations role in the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Employee Wellness On-Site program for schools and MPS departments.
• Establish partnerships with other MPS departments, schools, governmental units, agencies, and community-based organizations to develop quality wellness programs throughout the City of Milwaukee.
• Manage vendor contracts.
• Prepare wellness budget and track expenditures ensuring budget limitations are followed.
• Assists with Recreation Department activities as needed.
• Serves on various community or employee committees as required and assigned.
• Actively supports the MPS Five Priorities for Success.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. 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.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.