Job Description
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #25-242
CHIEF OF STAFF
OCTOBER 21, 2025
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION: The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Pascal Mubenga, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
CHIEF OF STAFF
This position will consolidate the various responsibilities previously held by the Chief of Administration, Public Affairs and Planning.
APPLICATIONS: Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application on the District website as . Click the “APPLY” button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the form in completed, click the “Submit” button.
Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, (be sure to check your junk and spam mail) we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must hold a Master's degree, and a New York State School District Administrator (SDA), or School District Leader (SDL) certificate by the time of appointment, with a minimum of eight (8) years of supervisory/management experience. Experience as a senior level administrator in an urban school district with a large racially and economically diverse population preferred.
POSITION: The Chief of Staff for the Buffalo Public School District will serve as a senior support role to the Superintendent, overseeing central office departments, coordinating strategic initiatives, and acting as a liaison between the Superintendent and Board of Education. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing ongoing projects
- Coordinating all academic and non-academic operations
- Participating in strategic planning and policy development alongside senior leadership
- Management of Intergovernmental Affairs
- District Clerk
This position also involves serving as a key member of the Cabinet and Executive Leadership team, maintaining constant communication with the Superintendent, and potentially serving as Acting Superintendent when directed.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Specifically, the Chief of Staff will be responsible for the following:
- Supporting the Superintendent
- Provide direct support to the Superintendent, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring alignment with their vision and directives
- Coordinate Operations
- Oversee and coordinate the operations of central office departments and manage the flow of information to and from the Board of Education
- Create, develop, organize and lead Cabinet work sessions
- Create, develop, organize and lead Division head work sessions
- Strategic Planning
- Play a leadership role in developing and implementing the Buffalo Public School District's strategic plan, including managing related projects and initiatives
- Leadership Liaison
- Act as a key liaison for the Superintendent with other staff, departments and external stakeholder
- Intergovernmental Affairs
- District Liaison to:
- Mayor's Office
- Common Council
- City Departments
- Erie County Executive
- Erie County Legislature
- Erie County Board of Elections
- Governor's Office in Buffalo
- State Delegation Members
- All Federal Officials and Offices
- Manage key strategic High Education Partnerships and Agreements
- Supervisor of OCR Compliance related to School Admissions Agreement, Enrollment
- Implementation of 2014 NYS OCR Admissions Agreement and Monitoring
- Leadership and Supervisor of District Implementation for specific policies as assigned by the Superintendent
- i.e., Gender Identity, Criteria-Based School Admissions, facilities renaming
- Management of updates/revisions to District policies and Regulations
- Liaison to Business, Foundation, Religious and Cultural Institution Leadership in Buffalo
- Manage overall relationship with Say Yes Buffalo
- District Clerk
- Implementation of Policy #1331 on all basic District Clerk duties
- Planning and preparation with the Superintendent of all Board agendas for work sessions and business meetings
- Planning and all arrangements related to holding business meetings and work session
- Review, preparation, and correcting of monthly Board Docs items submitted by Cabinet Members
- Planning Board Rentals, special meetings and participation in regional Board of Education events
- Liaison to Erie County Association of School Boards
- Liaison and administrative duties related to Board of Education elections and annual reorganization
- Management of Board of Education redistricting process and facilitator of redistricting committee
- Management and facilitator of Board of Education Ethics Committee
- Crisis Management
- Support the Superintendent and senior staff in resolving complex issues and crisis situations
- Leadership Skills
- Strong political savviness, coalition-building skills, and demonstrated ability to manage various constituencies effectively are critical
- Executive Team Participation
- Serve as a member of the Superintendent Cabinet contributing to major district-wide decisions
- Acting Superintendent
- May be required to serve as Acting Superintendent at the Superintendent's direction
- Other Attributes
- Must possess strong ethical character, resourcefulness, creativity, and results-oriented mindset
REPORTING: The Chief of Staff will report to the Superintendent of Schools and will supervise department(s) as directed by the Superintendent of Schools
APPOINTMENT: Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, credentials, evaluation of service, program needs and personal interview.
SALARY: Per contractual agreement up to $185,000
FUNDING: Pending Funding
FINAL DATE
FOR FILING: Until Filled
DR. PASCAL MUBENGA
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579.
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