ASSOCIATE II, RECREATION SUPERVISOR (ARTS & HUMANITIES) - Vacancy ID: 275385
Open Vacancy
Vacancy Details
ASSOCIATE II, RECREATION SUPERVISOR (ARTS & HUMANITIES)
Milwaukee Recreation
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11/9/2026
Contact
Pa N. Xiong
Talent Management Specialist
414-475-8729
Position Details
As soon as possible
$70,000 - $80,000
Full Time
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY THROUGH WECAN. APPLY ONLINE FOR JOB OPENING at http://www.mpsmke.com/careers → Join Our Team → Apply Online for Admin/Supervisor Positions and follow the links for job opening ID#1033587.
JOB SUMMARY:
JOB SUMMARY:
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.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Arts Education, Humanities, or related field preferred. May substitute two years of related experience for one year of education.
- 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.
- Without a degree: 5 years of directly related full-time experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Establish and manage a large network of arts and humanities partnerships.
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Work with the Before and After-school Team and the Arts Manager to provide increased arts and humanities opportunities for Milwaukee's youth.
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Assist in the oversight of the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities and Arts Internship Programs.
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Assist with the design and implementation of the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities grant process including but not limited to:
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Developing the application review and award process utilizing an online grant management system.
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Assembling a Community Review Panel to evaluate applications and recommend allocations to Milwaukee Recreation leadership.
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Ensuring youth voice is incorporated into the grantmaking process.
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Develop and monitor professional services contracts with participating partners.
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Host information sessions and technical assistance workshops to promote the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities and Arts Internship Programs.
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Visit schools and partner locations to ensure contract compliance and quality arts experiences for all participants.
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Serve as a liaison between community arts and humanities partners, Milwaukee Recreation, and MPS schools.
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Assist with collecting and analyzing program data to monitor and demonstrate program impact.
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Plan and execute the annual arts and humanities showcase featuring the work of the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities partners.
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Assess training needs of partnering agencies and coordinate trainings as needed.
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Assist with the oversight of a collective annual budget of $1.9 million dollars.
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Supervise Recreation part-time resource staff.
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Assist with Recreation Department activities as needed.
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Serve on various community or Department committees as required and/or assigned.
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Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
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Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation.
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY THROUGH WECAN. APPLY ONLINE FOR JOB OPENING at http://www.mpsmke.com/careers → Join Our Team → Apply Online for Admin/Supervisor Positions and follow the links for job opening ID#1033587.
Candidate Requirements
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Bachelor
- Resume
- Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications