ASSOCIATE II, RECREATION SUPERVISOR (OUTDOOR CONSERVATION & ANIMAL CARE)

The Recreation Supervisor of Outdoor Education is responsible for overseeing the stewardship, restoration, and maintenance of Hawthorn Glen's natural areas. This includes habitat management, trail maintenance, invasive species control, and coordinating conservation projects. Additionally, this role supervises the daily operations of the nature museum, ensuring proper exhibit maintenance and efficient staff coordination.

The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver and collaborative team player with a passion for developing an engaging outdoor education program that fosters ecological health and sustainability. They are committed to making nature education accessible and appealing to all members of the Milwaukee community. This individual will actively cultivate partnerships to enhance services, address the diverse needs of participants, and prioritize safety while continuously improving resources.

The salary range is $62,689 - $90,032.

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Thursday, July 10, 2025.

A current resume must be attached to the completed application. Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required Bachelor's degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire).

• If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify Human Resources that you are sending hard copies.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete.

No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

Please contact Pa N. Xiong, talent management specialist, with any questions: xiongpn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in forestry, environmental studies/science, ecology, or related field. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• A minimum of one (1) years of experience in land or natural resource management, including developing and supervising staff and programs and conducting trainings.
• Understanding of land conservation and stewardship is desired.
• SAWW I, II and III Chainsaw certification, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• State of Wisconsin Pesticide/Herbicide Application Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• WPFC Burn Boss Training and Experience, willingness to obtain certification when available.
• Certified First Aid and CPR/AED or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire date.
  

• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, supervises and evaluates part-time outdoor education personnel. including land steward crew and animal care attendants.
• Conducts training and in-services including:
  • Invasive species management
  • Hand tool safety, use and maintenance
  • Power tool safety, use and maintenance
  • Procedures for pesticide and herbicide use
• Maintains accurate personnel and training records.
• Develops and implements plans for: habitat management, invasive species control, trail maintenance, conservation control.
• Oversee operations associated with the animal museum: exhibit maintenance, health monitoring, animal husbandry, staffing, record keeping.
• Assist with outdoor education special events.
• Orders, inventories and maintains sufficient supplies to ensure safety and compliance.
• Creates and maintains tree and plant inventory.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of existing outdoor education resources and updates as needed to ensure they are current and meet community needs.
• Sets long and short-range goals for outdoor education program as relates to land resources and the animal museum.
• Conducts on-going safety checks of outdoor education facilities.
• Coordinates with custodial and maintenance staff to ensure resources and equipment are clean, safe and in good repair
• Establishes partnerships with other MPS departments, schools, governmental units, agencies, and community- based organizations.
• Assists with Recreation Department activities as needed.
• Serves on various community or employee committees as required and assigned.
• Supports the Milwaukee Public Schools and Recreation Department Strategic Plans.
• 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.