RESEARCH AND POLICY COORDINATOR

*** This position is open to current City of Milwaukee Employees only ***

RESEARCH, ANALYSIS, AND REPORTING

·       Develop and execute analyses on aggregate benefit claims data to measure trends in utilization and costs of various benefit programs, including health care services.

·       Gather, track, and analyze data and information for various benefit programs to measure the success of program initiatives and return on investment and to inform program/policy decisions.

·       Evaluate and compare existing City benefits with those of other comparable employers and local municipalities by analyzing plan options, survey reports, and other sources of information.

·       Evaluate performance of current benefit plans to identify opportunities for improvement in quality and cost.

·       Summarize highly complex data into comprehensive and easy to understand reports as well as organize and develop data tracking worksheets. Communicate data analysis and findings in a manner that guides and facilitates informed and timely decisions.

·       Perform multifactor data and cost analyses; organize and present data for collective bargaining strategy, labor agreements, mediation, and interest and grievance arbitration proceedings.

·       Design and conduct surveys of comparable jurisdictions on a broad range of issues; maintain survey results.

·       Maintain a database of comparable jurisdictions’ collective bargaining agreements.

·       Analyze and track the City’s worker’s compensation and safety data metrics and trends in order to develop strategies to assist the City in effectively managing risks and loss control.

·       Assist with the communication of safety and trend data, including compiling statistical data and preparing reports as needed on a variety of risk related topics of interest to City administration and departments.

PARTNERSHIPS AND PROJECTS

·       Respond to labor relations surveys from other governmental agencies.

·       Establish collaborative relationships with benefit and safety vendors and cross-unit workgroups to enhance data management and analysis approaches.

·       Participate in area and industry benefit and wellness surveys.

·       Provide project management and operations activities, such as monitoring designing and implementing tools and processes to help organize and manage data.

·       Identify areas for future focus and opportunities to develop impactful projects.

·       Work on other research and data projects as needed, and assist with developing systematic methods for collecting, tracking, and evaluating various data sets.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Please be advised that all general city employees are required to have received either both doses of the Moderna or Pfizer or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine prior to their employment start date or have an approved religious or medical accommodation prior to their employment start date. You can find further information relative to the City’s Covid-19 Vaccination Policy here:  https://city.milwaukee.gov/ImageLibrary/User/jkamme/Policies/FinalCOVID-19VaccinationPolicy9.1.2021-final.pdf.

1.      Regular Status as a City of Milwaukee employee, having successfully completed a probationary period for a civil service position, or status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed term position.

2.      Bachelor’s degree in business, statistics, political science, public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

3.      Three years of progressively responsible experience conducting research or policy and statistical analysis, performing duties related to this position.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

TECHNICAL

·       Knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.

·       Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the collection of research data and data manipulation, including assembling and correlating information using mathematics and statistical techniques.

·       Knowledge of statistical analysis methods to interpret and measure data trends from utilization reports and surveys and report findings.

·       Ability to think critically and creatively to analyze complex issues, solve problems, and respond to a variety of requests for data and information.

·       Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of financial and other data, to draw conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations.

·       Ability to read and interpret complex documents such as laws, policies, and technical publications.

·       Proficiency using sophisticated software applications for research, analysis, and data management.

·       Skill in using the advanced features of standard computer programs such as the Microsoft Office suite.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL

·       Verbal communication skills to be able to effectively share information with a variety of stakeholders.

·       Written communication skills to be able to compose clear correspondence and comprehensive reports.

·       Ability to build effective working relationships with team members, departmental representatives, outside agencies, vendor partners, and City officials.

·       Ability to lead and accomplish work projects and produce deliverables in coordination with multiple colleagues.

·       Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

JUDGMENT, PLANNING, AND PROFESSIONALISM

·       Decision-making skills and sound judgment.

·       Organizational skills to be able to maintain information and data that is accurate, complete, accessible, and useable.

·       Planning skills to be able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines despite frequent interruptions.

·       Ability to work independently and initiate and complete projects with limited supervision.

·       Attention to detail and the ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy.

·       Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and good judgment in compliance with HIPAA standards.

·       Honesty, integrity, and professionalism.

The current salary range (Pay Range 2HX) is $58,737-$78,342 annually, and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $60,499-$80,692. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE: The selection process will be held as soon as practical after Friday, June 10, 2022. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met.

NOTE: Transfer/Promotional Opportunities and Promotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees or to the public. Only current City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnel in MFD and MPD hired through a City Service Commission process who have successfully passed a probationary period for a Civil Service position or who have status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed term position will be considered. Individuals with exempt, provisional, temporary, or emergency appointments are not eligible for transfer.

·       APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.

·       If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.

·       The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

EEO Code = 204

The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.