Area Human Resources Manager - Long Island, NY

Sunrise Senior Living; New York, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Plans

EAP / Discount Program

PTO, Sick Time, Holidays

MyFlexPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an Area Human Resources Manager to drive HR strategy and operations across multiple Long Island communities, traveling regularly to provide on-site support. The role emphasizes recruitment, compliance, onboarding, and employee relations to strengthen the team Member experience.

You will oversee HRIS/ATS, manage claims, and partner with leaders on performance and engagement initiatives while ensuring policy training and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• 2+ years HR experience (senior living or healthcare preferred).
• Supervisory and employee relations experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance practices.
• Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• High integrity and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment, job fairs, and hiring processes.
• Ensure compliance with Sunrise Hiring Standards and employment laws.
• Lead onboarding, orientation, and system access for new team members.
• Maintain HRIS, ATS, personnel files, and regulatory documentation.
• Manage unemployment and workers’ compensation claims.
• Serve as HR partner to department leaders on performance management.
• Lead employee relations matters and internal investigations.
• Drive team member engagement initiatives and action planning.
• Deliver HR systems and policy training for front-line staff.

Skills

HR management

Employee relations

Employment law

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

ATS

MS Office

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day. As an Area Human Resources Manager, you lead HR strategy and operations across multiple Sunrise communities, ensuring strong recruitment, compliance, and team member engagement. This position supports communities across Long Island, including Holbrook, Smithtown, East Setauket, Dix Hills, and West Babylon. The role requires regular travel between communities to provide on-site HR partnership and support, with approximately 3-4 days per week of on-site presence across these locations, based on the needs of the market.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment, job fairs, and hiring processes
• Ensure compliance with Sunrise Hiring Standards and employment laws
• Lead onboarding, orientation, and system access for new team members
• Maintain HRIS, ATS, personnel files, and regulatory documentation
• Manage unemployment and workers’ compensation claims
• Serve as HR partner to department leaders on performance management
• Lead employee relations matters and internal investigations
• Drive team member engagement initiatives and action planning
• Deliver HR systems and policy training for front-line staff
• Maintain audit readiness and complete monthly compliance controls (MKCC)

You play a vital leadership role in building engaged teams, protecting compliance, and strengthening the team member experience across your region.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in HR, Business, or related field
• 2+ years HR experience (senior living or healthcare preferred)
• Supervisory and employee relations experience
• Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance practices
• Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills
• High integrity and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems

Regional HR Manager – Lead People Strategy Across Communities HR Manager | Human Resources Leadership | Employee Relations

Pay Range: 68,000.00 - 85,000.00

As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non‑discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

At Sunrise Senior Living, we are united by a mission to champion quality of life for all seniors, and we believe we shine brightest when we support one another and those we serve.

Explore opportunities at Sunrise and take the first step toward a fulfilling career where your work makes a meaningful difference.