The Task Force Coordinator is charged with accomplishing the strategic goals and initiatives of the Buffalo and Erie County Lead Safe Task Force (the “Task Force”). The Task Force is a cross-sector collaboration of organizations including non-profit housing and social service organizations, the Erie County Department of Health, the City of Buffalo, academia, philanthropy, and the medical community that work together to end Buffalo’s high rate of childhood lead poisoning. The Task Force advocates for policies and programs that improve the safety and quality of housing in Buffalo and Erie County. The Task Force also works to educate and inform tenants, landlords and caregivers about lead hazards and how to reduce exposure to lead.  

The Task Force is currently housed at PPG with support from the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo and other funders.  

Activities include:  

• Maintaining and growing Task Force membership, including conducting 1 on 1 organizing meetings to recruit new members and establishing new partnerships; 
• Coordinating, scheduling and in some cases facilitating productive and engaging Task Force meetings and subcommittee meetings; 
• Building and maintaining relationships with funders; 
• Coordinating outreach and communications (including social media) for the Get Ahead of Lead campaign, a multimedia educational campaign on lead hazards and  available resources for tenants, landlord and homeowners; 
• Working with the County Health Department to help cited property owners and tenants connect to available resources to address lead hazards and protect children from lead exposure; 
• Working with Task Force subcommittees on a variety of Task Force driven initiatives including increasing parent engagement and parent leadership; increasing blood lead level screening; supporting and tracking the implementation of City and County rental inspection programs, and policy advocacy at the local and state level. 

The applicant for this position must demonstrate a commitment to addressing health disparities, improving child health and housing justice. A background knowledge of at least one of the following is required: Buffalo's sociopolitical landscape, public policy, law, public health, or housing.

Qualifications:

• Self-direction and the ability to work independently 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel) 
• Basic graphic design skills for social media preferred  
• Grant-writing experience preferred 
• Advanced degree or bachelor's degree, particularly in a relevant field such as law, social work, government and public policy, or urban planning, is preferred but not required 

This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits. The salary range is $65,000 - $72,000 depending on qualifications and experience. This is a 2-year grant funded position with extended employment dependent on additional funds.  The benefits package includes employee and dependent health coverage and a 403(b) retirement plan. PPG currently uses a hybrid work schedule. Currently, staff work remotely two to three days per week as meeting schedules permit. 

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to afalicov@ppgbuffalo.org. Please use the subject line " Lead Poisoning Prevention Task Force Coordinator.” Applications will be accepted until December 5, 2025. 

PPG values diversity and inclusion. People of color, women, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities and formerly incarcerated people are encouraged to apply.