LEGISLATIVE FISCAL ANALYST-LEAD

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

Under the general direction of a Legislative Research Supervisor, the Legislative Fiscal Analyst-Lead conducts research, drafts legislation, analyzes budget items, and performs fiscal review for the City of Milwaukee Common Council.

FISCAL AND LEGISLATIVE

• Draft ordinances and resolutions for Common Council action.
• Provide background papers on potential budget issues for Council member consideration.
• Evaluate budget requests and mayoral recommendations, and provide written and verbal analyses for the Common Council.
• Develop and provide for budgetary alternatives for Council member consideration.
• Prepare budget amendments and conduct fiscal, economic, and program analyses for the Common Council.
• Monitor state and federal aids and analyze county, state, and federal legislation having a fiscal effect on the City.
• Evaluate capital improvement finance requests, fiscal notes, funding requests, and other fiscal matters that come before the Council and the Council's standing committees.

RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS

• Provide technical assistance to task forces and ad hoc bodies by conducting background research, gathering data, and preparing reports.
• Draft and conduct surveys and prepare analyses on a variety of urban topics; prepare, interpret, and analyze reports; and perform research on municipal government functions, operations, and organizations.
• Advise and assist City personnel in the preparation of reports, documents, and other matters relating to the Common Council.
• Provide GIS (geographic information systems) services to Common Council members and City departments.

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.

1. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public policy, urban planning, economics, political science, information science, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Three years of related experience conducting research, evaluating budgets, drafting legislation, performing fiscal review, and/or doing management analysis.

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.

• Master’s degree in business administration, public policy, urban planning, public administration, urban affairs, economics, political science, information science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Public sector experience.

TECHNICAL

• Knowledge of governmental processes and the formation and administration of laws, regulations, rules, policies, and budgets.
• Knowledge of legislative and fiscal research techniques and skill in conducting research.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply advanced statistical procedures to data; translate statistical data into clear, concise and understandable written reports; and create graphical representations.
• Ability to locate, read, and interpret written materials, including laws, statutes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Ability to interpret City policies and ordinances.
• Skill in using standard computer programs such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Skill in using statistical software, including SPSS, and perform database queries.
• Skill in using geographic information systems (GIS) for computerized mapping and spatial analysis.
• Ability to perform effective web searches.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry.

CRITICAL THINKING, PLANNING, AND JUDGMENT

• Ability to think critically and analytically to solve complex problems.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Planning and organizing skills; ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and tight time constraints.
• Ability to exhibit exemplary professionalism.
• Ability to represent the department honestly and ethically, as well as to maintain impartiality and confidentiality.
• High degree of motivation and self-direction.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL

• Interpersonal skills to be able to establish and maintain effective relationships with elected officials, departmental personnel, and the public.
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy.
• Written communication skills, including the ability to prepare well-crafted, error-free written reports.
• Verbal communication skills and the ability to make presentations before various audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with coworkers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

The current salary range (Pay Range 2KX) is $77,551-$98,704 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $79,877-$101,665 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

BENEFITS: The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews 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 the deadline listed above. 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. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
• 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 in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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