Executive Director of Strategy, Budget and Performance

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We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

1/22/2026 or upon the receipt of the first 50 application submissions.

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.

• Department Administration 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.
• Strategic Planning - 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.
• Budget Management & Analysis - 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.
• Project Management - Oversees and directs project management activities, ensuring execution of countywide priority projects connected to the strategic plan.
• Grant Development & Support - 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.
• Public Policy Support - 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.
• Internal Communications - Provides support and direction to staff in the department who will distribute countywide internal communications pertaining to issues, priorities, and…