"Community Outreach Coordinator, Community Health and Health Behavior"

Job Details

Position Information

Position Title: Community Outreach Coordinator, Community Health and Health Behavior
Department: Community Health and Health Behavior
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/60045
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Community Health Interventions Lab (CHIL) at the University at Buffalo is looking to hire a Community Outreach Coordinator to support our mission of creating equitable and just food systems. We currently run a campus-based mobile market to address student nutrition insecurity. We are also promoting local agriculture through our Eat Local Western New York (WNY) Campaign. This position would be responsible for supporting the mobile market, overseeing outreach as well as providing technical assistance and training to organizations interested in running similar programs.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Plan and execute outreach strategies for the Eat Local WNY Campaign
• Assist with mobile market operations
• Coordinate webinars and other trainings for partners

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• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field and at least 2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness and enthusiasm to engage community members face-to-face about their local food system on university campus and surrounding Buffalo communities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with group facilitation and engagement.
• Knowledge/experience working with food insecure and/or lower-income populations
• Experience with coaching or delivering education curriculum.
• Research experience.

Physical Demands

Ability to move at least 40 lbs.

Salary Range

$40,000 - $55,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Leah Vermont
Contact's Title: Director of Community Outreach and Partnerships
Contact's Email: leahverm@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-829-6681

Posting Dates

Posted: 11/20/2025
Deadline for Applicants: 12/11/2025
Date to be filled: 12/15/2025