Develops, analyzes and communicates the legislative and public policy needs of Milwaukee Public Schools and the children whom the district serves.

Salary: $81,016 - $116,856

Administrative applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources by 11:59 PM CST on Sunday, March 26, 2023. A current resume and three (3) letters of recommendation manually signed by the author and dated less than one (1) year old must be attached to the completed application (if you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies which must be received on or before the deadline date listed above). Caution: When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration. Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification. Non MPS employees must submit official transcripts confirming Degrees. No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time.

As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That’s why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.

• Master’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Finance or related field.
• A law degree is preferred.
• Three to five years experience at an analyst level or above in government policy, budgeting or program evaluation.
• Experience working with policymakers in a governmental setting is desired.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Develops and implements aggressive legislative agendas for the federal, state and local levels of government.
• Assists departments and schools in leveraging additional resources from other governmental entities.
• Monitors, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding legislative and administrative proposals that impact education in Milwaukee.
• Builds coalitions of legislators, interest groups and citizens in an effort to achieve the legislative goals of the district.
• Advocates the needs of Milwaukee Public Schools in front of various boards and commissions.
• Coordinates grant and aid activities for the district to help ensure that Milwaukee receives its fair share of federal and state money.
• Develops the Administration’s recommendations to the Legislation, Rules and Policies committee.
• Manages the Legislative Policy Development Section.
• Communicates all legislative developments to the Board in a timely manner.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Completes 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.