Executive Director of Strategy, Budget and Performance

Milwaukee County Wisconsin•Milwaukee, WI

4d•$157,914 - $236,891

About The Position

The Office of Strategy, Budget and Performance works to strengthen practices and strategically align critical resources that advance Milwaukee County’s vision and mission while improving the county’s fiscal health. The Executive Director leads the department responsibilities of strategic planning, budgeting (with an equitable lens), and developing effective practices for continuous improvement, project management, and grant development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Business or closely related field required
Five (5) years or more of work experience with demonstrated success in the following areas: Leadership, Budgeting, Policy Analysis, Accounting, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Grant Development, Government, and Political Knowledge required
Five (5) years or more of work experience in a Management or Director role required
Advanced knowledge of all related computer and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams required

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred

Responsibilities

Directs the operation of all service areas within the department including the Strategy Service Area, the Budget Office, and the Project Management Office, to accomplish the above stated purposes and to improve the efficiency of operations.
Directs the execution of organizational and strategic plans that reflect Milwaukee County’s overall mission and vision.
Directs the way in which county programs are carried out, including assisting with policy and strategic plan implementation throughout the county.
Directs the management and development of the Milwaukee County budget, including the analysis of budget requests from all county departments, recommendations to the County Executive, and support of the County Executive’s proposed budget through enactment by the County Board.
Directs the development and preparation annually of the countywide 5-year capital improvement plan.
Directs and initiates management, productivity, program evaluation and fiscal studies related to county operations.
Directs and proposes long-range fiscal policies, including coordination and development of fiscal plans and strategies.
Oversees and directs project management activities, ensuring execution of countywide priority projects connected to the strategic plan.
Provides support to grant development activities.
Provides leadership to staff who support county departments in efforts to secure external funding which helps advance strategic initiatives.
Provides management oversight of certain grants which are distributed to multiple county departments.
Collaborates with governmental affairs and county departments to develop and advance policies to accomplish major initiatives.
Directs the analysis of proposed legislation and policy changes for potential impacts on the county.
Provides support and direction to staff in the department who will distribute countywide internal communications pertaining to issues, priorities, and strategic goals.
Directs staff to build communication plans into projects and initiatives managed by the department.
Provides direction to staff in the department who are building and maintaining countywide data dashboards, which measure performance and progress against countywide goals and plans.
Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 10 lbs.
Other duties as assigned.