Human Resources Manager

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