Job Description

Manager, Labor Relations & Recruitment

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DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE Posted On: 11/27/2025
Full-Time Location
MANHATTAN
No Exam Required Department
OCME - Human Resources
Salary Range:
$85,000.00 - $104,000.00

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The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person. Our core purpose is to protect public health and serve impartial justice through forensic science and medicine. We exist to provide answers in support of families and communities during times of profound need.



The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve.


Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs


The Manager of Recruitment & Labor Relations will support the agency's talent acquisition and labor relations functions. This role provides guidance on labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, recruitment strategies and disciplinary procedures. The manager will work closely with HR leadership, hiring managers and unions to ensure consistency regarding policies and effective workforce management.



Assist supervisors in understanding and following labor laws, union contracts, and agency policies. Provide guidance on labor related issues and disciplinary matters; support supervisors in applying corrective actions. Liaise with unions, OLR, OATH, DOHMH and other partners related to labor and grievance matters. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and ensure alignment with civil service rules and agency guidelines. Support and coordinate full-cycle recruitment for agency vacancies, including posting jobs, screening applicants, scheduling interviews and facilitating selection processes. Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence related to labor, recruitment, and HR compliance. Maintain accurate records of headcount, vacancies, disciplinary actions and labor relations activity. Coordinate with the Office of Management & Budget (OMB) and internal leadership regarding hiring approvals. Support special HR projects that improve HR processes. Perform additional tasks as needed to support the HR team.


PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PREPAR - 51197

Minimum Qualifications

1.Master's degree from an accredited college in emergency management, public health, disaster management, emergency preparedness/administration, public administration, or related field and one (1) year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following area(s): emergency preparedness planning/management, emergency medical services, fire or public safety, law enforcement, homeland security, public health, mental health, environmental/occupational health and safety or a related specialized area; or



2.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two (2) years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one of the areas described in "1" above; or



3.A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. However all candidates must have a minimum of one (1) year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one of the areas described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

- Strong understanding of hiring processes, recruitment strategies, and candidate onboarding. - Knowledge of labor laws, union contracts, and employee relations. - Strong communication skills. - Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks. - Experience in directly supervising staff.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job ID
759467
Posted until
01/25/2026
Title code
51197
Civil service title
PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PREPAR
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Manager, Labor Relations & Recruitment
Experience Level: Manager Job level
02
Number of positions
1
Work location
421 East 26th Street NY NY
Category: Administration & Human Resources Manager, Labor Relations & Recruitment