Regional Engagement Coordinator

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Regional Engagement Coordinator

Milwaukee County Parks

Hourly Pay Range: $23.92 - $35.88

Closing Date: 11/3/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions.

Parks Equity Statement : Milwaukee County Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse work force that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. Milwaukee County Parks leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Job Summary: The Regional Engagement Coordinator plans and implements community engagement and public outreach activities within an assigned Milwaukee County Parks region. The position serves as a liaison between Parks and residents, neighborhood organizations, Friends Groups, volunteers, elected officials, and community partners to communicate Parks initiatives, gather and relay community feedback, and support responsive park planning, projects, and programs. The coordinator builds and maintains relationships with diverse communities, promotes equitable and inclusive participation in Parks activities and decision-making, and coordinates with internal Parks divisions to address community needs and strengthen public trust and engagement with the Parks system.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement outreach strategies and engagement activities to inform and involve residents and community stakeholders in Parks initiatives. Develop and distribute public-facing information, facilitate community meetings and events, conduct direct outreach, and gather public input to support inclusive participation and awareness of Parks programs and projects.
• Serve as a liaison between the public and Parks divisions by communicating community needs, questions, concerns, and feedback to appropriate staff. Coordinate responses to public inquiries and emerging issues, facilitate communication across work units, and help ensure community concerns are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers participating in Parks activities and service projects. Organize volunteer events, communicate participation requirements, ensure applicable agreements and procedures are followed, and coordinate with Parks staff and community partners to support safe and effective volunteer participation.
• Coordinate community engagement for park planning, capital improvements, playground replacements, and other Parks initiatives. Work with project teams to communicate project information, solicit and document community feedback, identify stakeholder concerns, and connect community input with the appropriate Parks staff.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Friends Groups, neighborhood organizations, nonprofits, and other community partners. Support the formation and ongoing development of Friends Groups, facilitate communication between groups and Parks staff, and connect partners with appropriate resources and opportunities to support parks.
• Maintain records of outreach activities, community feedback, volunteer participation, and engagement outcomes. Prepare activity summaries and reports, maintain relevant databases and documentation, and manage outreach materials, equipment, webpages, and supplies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current resident of Wisconsin.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of an Associate degree or higher in Parks & Recreation, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Human Services, or a related field.

• At least two (2) years of experience in Non-Profit Management, Volunteer Management, Public Engagement, or Community Engagement.
• Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Willing and able to work irregular hours due to frequent overtime, weekend work, or shift rotation.
• Willing and able to have on call availability, including irregular, unpredictable, or particularly long hours.
• Willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time in this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Parks & Recreation, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Human Services, or a related field.
• Previous work experience in a program management role.
• Previous volunteer management experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment , free from discrimination and harassment , on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination , harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact View phone number on aiapply.co.