ASSOCIATE II, RECREATION SUPERVISOR (ARTS & HUMANITIES)

Milwaukee Recreation is seeking an individual to join its Before/After-School team as the Recreation Supervisor of Arts and Humanities Programs. This individual is responsible for expanding out-of-school-time arts and humanities-related experiences for Milwaukee's youth. Primary responsibilities include oversight of the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities grant program and High School Arts Internship program; regular monitoring of site-based arts/humanities programs; technical assistance support to contract partners; analysis of program data and nurturing of program partnerships. The ideal candidate is data-driven, creative, results-oriented, and passionate about the impact arts and humanities programs can have on Milwaukee's youth.

Salary Range: $64,538 - $92,688

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Sunday, October 19, 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, please contact talent management specialist, Pa N. Xiong, that you are sending hard copies.
  • Email: xiongpn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

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 in Arts, Arts Education, Humanities, or related field preferred.
  • May substitute two years of experience for one year of education (a minimum of 9 years of experience without a bachelor's; a minimum of 5 years with an associate's).
• A minimum of one (1) year of professional experience coordinating community or school-based arts and humanities-related programs.
• A minimum of one (1) year in monitoring public or private funded grant programs.
  

• Establish and manage a large network of arts and humanities partnerships.
• Work with the Before and After-school Team and the Arts Manager to provide increased arts and humanities opportunities for Milwaukee's youth.
• Assist in the oversight of the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities and Arts Internship Programs.
• Assist with the design and implementation of the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities grant process, including but not limited to:
  • Developing the application review and award process utilizing an online grant management system
  • Assembling a Community Review Panel to evaluate applications and recommend allocations to Milwaukee Recreation leadership.
  • Ensuring youth voice is incorporated into the grantmaking process
• Develop and monitor professional services contracts with participating partners.
• Host information sessions and technical assistance workshops to promote the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities and Arts Internship Programs
• Visit schools and partner locations to ensure contract compliance and quality arts experiences for all participants.
• Serve as a liaison between community arts and humanities partners, Milwaukee Recreation, and MPS schools.
• Assist with collecting and analyzing program data to monitor and demonstrate program impact
• Plan and execute the annual arts and humanities showcase featuring the work of the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities partners.
• Assess training needs of partnering agencies and coordinate trainings as needed.
• Assist with the oversight of a collective annual budget of $1.9 million dollars.
• Supervise Recreation part-time resource staff.
• Assist with Recreation Department activities as needed
• Serve on various community or Department committees as required and/or assigned.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation
  
  

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.