Human Resources Manager

Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; City of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 3,974,000 - 4,140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Retirement Saving Options

Job summary

Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk, NY is seeking an onsite Human Resources Manager to support a people-first workplace, lead HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll, compliance, and performance and talent development.

You will partner with facility leadership to shape staffing strategies, administer benefits, manage payroll, ensure wage-and-hour compliance, and drive ongoing performance and engagement initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 3+ years in an HR role (5–7 preferred).
• Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, compensation and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all HR functions: recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll, compliance, and performance management.
• Lead recruitment activities: sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to shape staffing strategies and compensation recommendations.
• Administer benefit programs and open enrollment communications.
• Manage payroll processing and audits to ensure wage and hour compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Business Administration

Bachelor’s in Human Resources Administration

Tools

UKG

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

The Human Resources Manager at Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an onsite role in Dunkirk, NY focused on supporting a high-performing, people-first workplace. This position leads core HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, payroll, compliance, and performance and talent development.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, retention, employee relations, benefits administration, payroll, and performance management.
• Lead recruitment activities such as sourcing, screening, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
• Partner with hiring managers to shape staffing strategies, provide compensation recommendations, and support hiring plans.
• Administer employee benefit programs, manage open enrollment, and deliver benefit-related communications.
• Manage facility payroll processing and conduct payroll audits to help ensure compliance with wage and hour laws and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Support leaders with performance management, disciplinary actions, employee counseling, and terminations.
• Coordinate employee orientation, training, staff development, and engagement initiatives.
• Maintain confidential employee records and ensure accurate documentation in HR systems and personnel files.
• Assist with government reporting, compliance audits, payroll audits, and HR-related projects.
• Collaborate with facility leadership, Regional HR Directors, and the CHRO to support organizational goals and employee success.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Minimum requirement of a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Human Resources role (5-7 years preferred).
• Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and organizational development.
• Experience with payroll administration and HRIS systems; UKG is preferred.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HRIS systems, payroll systems, databases, and Excel.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and valid vehicle registration required.Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Business Administration
• Bachelors or better in Human Resource Administration

Tools and Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• HRIS systems
• UKG
• Excel

Compensation and Location

Location: Dunkirk, NY (onsite). Pay: USD 2,885 - 3,005 per hourly.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Saving Options