Elected in 1998, he represented parts of Erie and Niagara counties until his resignation in September 2011.
Previous to his election, from 1995–1998, he served as the first director of development for Catholic Charities of Buffalo.
Prior to that he served as director of alumni relations and as an admissions counselor to Canisius College, where he earned his B.A.
[3] Hayes was born in Erie County and resides in Amherst, New York.
[2] Hayes announced his resignation effective September 6, 2011, to work in the private sector.