Human Resources Coordinator - Thomas E. Strauss, Inc.

Serving Lancaster County Since 1929!

Few companies can claim over 95 years in business, but we can at Thomas E. Strauss, Inc. We owe our ongoing success to our exceptional staff and solid management team who are dedicated to an excellent guest experience.

Here is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated team at Thomas E. Strauss, Inc.

Our business is booming, and we are seeking outstanding team members who take pride in their work, and ownership of the position to ensure we are living up to our high standards and providing a friendly guest experience.

What we expect from you:

• A friendly, professional demeanor toward coworkers and guests – after all, our mission is to make people feel valued. We expect that of you, and we do our best to make YOU feel valued as well!
• Self-starter who owns the responsibilities of the role.
• A commitment to show up on time for every shift - ready to work hard alongside your team members.
• Your dedication to our values of diversity, integrity, excellence, accountability, community, and especially your willingness to have FUN!

Here’s what we offer to you:

• Competitive pay.
• Excellent benefit package and employee perks.
• Ability to earn unlimited employee referral bonuses.
• Ability to work in other business units within the hospitality group to make extra cash or gain new work experience. The more you know, the more you grow!
• A “work-to-live” not a “live-to-work” workplace!

Our Mission: Make people feel valued.

Our Values: Diversity, Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, Community and FUN!

Thomas E. Strauss, Inc., is a local family-owned hospitality group. Our businesses include Miller’s Smorgasbord, Miller’s Bakery, The Quilt Shop at Miller’s, Locally Made Food Shop, Anna’s Gifts & Sundries, Plain & Fancy Farm, AmishView Inn and Suites, Smokehouse BBQ and Brews, and Plain & Fancy Country Store.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Administrative Assistant is responsible for the administrative duties related to the operations of the Human Resource department. In addition this individual will be responsible for processes related to monitoring applicants, conducting orientations, benefits enrollments and being a liaison between HR and employees, ensuring smooth communication and prompt resolutions of requests and questions.  Flexibility is required for some evenings based on assigned tasks including orientations and company events. Promoting a culture of respect in the workplace and making people feel valued is a key component of this position by living the core tenets of our company mission statement and maintaining a high level of confidentiality based on scope of work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Data Management and Reporting:

• Maintain and update HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity to ensure accurate information for payroll processing
• Maintain employee review database including notifying management team monthly and tracking completion
• Generate HR reports as requested to support weekly, monthly and annual reporting requirements
• Maintain employee benefit portal for benefit enrollments

Employee Relations:

• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture treating all employees with dignity and respect in accordance with the company mission statement
• Serves as a point of contact for employees’ regarding HR policies, employee benefits, and other HR-related topics
• Participate in employee discussions to support management team members
• Represent HR as a member of the Employee Engagement Committee for implementation of employee engagement initiatives

HR Operations and Compliance:

• Maintain employee personnel files, medical files and I-9s
• Support the recruitment process, including participation in Recruitment Committee, job postings, monitor applicants status, and completion of pre-boarding process within HRIS system
• Assist with leaves of absence paperwork including FMLA
• Schedule and conduct employee orientation
• Administer employee benefit programs at the employee level including conducting enrollment meetings for health insurance, retirement plan and other benefits
• Assist as needed with submission of Workers’ Compensation injury claims and participate in Safety Committee
• Assist in organizing company and employee events; contact vendors, track costs, collect contracts and participate in event booking and planning as needed
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Assist in required HR training at company and employee level
• Participate in Steering Task Force meetings to record and prepare meeting minutes
• Maintain employee confidence and protect operations by keeping human resource information confidential
• Assist with annual regulatory compliance reporting
• Perform other HR duties as assigned

Project Management:

• Develop project plans, timelines, and milestones to meet annual HR goals which align with company goals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support company goals and initiatives
• Provide input on new and existing HR related processes for effectiveness using tools such as surveys, focus groups, and participant feedback

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree or experience equivalent in professional HR settings
• Minimum 4 years of experience, bi-lingual in Spanish a plus but not required
• Self-starter who enjoys taking initiative and helping others
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team, managing projects within agreed timelines
• Consistent follow-through, highly organized, and committed to high-quality work
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively within a diverse workforce
• Ability to learn and grow within position to cover HR tasks