Human Resources Generalist

AVANCE is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and proactive Human Resources Generalist to support HR operations across Texas, Colorado, and California. This position is designed for an established HR professional with a strong foundation in human resources administration, multi-state compliance, HR systems, employee lifecycle processes, and leave administration. The ideal candidate is organized, resourceful, knowledgeable in HR practices, and capable of independently managing day-to-day HR responsibilities while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

As a remote member of the Talent, Culture & Human Resources team, the HR Generalist will collaborate with internal departments and organizational leadership to maintain consistent HR processes, improve operational workflows, and deliver responsive HR services across multiple locations.

• Multi-State HR Compliance:
• Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements across Texas, Colorado, and California.
• Maintain working knowledge of employment regulations, including wage and hour requirements, employment eligibility verification, protected leave, and required documentation.
• Monitor regulatory updates and assist with implementing necessary changes to HR procedures and practices.
• Conduct routine HR compliance audits and identify discrepancies requiring correction or escalation.
• HR Operations:
• Coordinate employee onboarding, transfers, promotions, position changes, and separations.
• Process and maintain employee documentation, including Form I-9, employment verification, and personnel records.
• Partner with Payroll, Benefits, and Talent Acquisition to ensure accurate and timely employee transactions.
• Support organizational changes, employee data updates, and established HR operational procedures.
• Respond to employee HR inquiries and coordinate appropriate follow-up or referrals.
• Manage assigned HR service requests, ensuring timely resolution and accurate documentation.
• Support updates with HR standard operating procedures, checklists, forms, and employee resources.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR workflows and collaborate with cross-functional teams on operational initiatives.
• Leave Administration & Benefits Coordination:
• Coordinate employee leave requests, including FMLA, ADA-related accommodations, and applicable state-specific leave programs.
• Track leave documentation, eligibility requirements, approvals, and return-to-work processes.
• Maintain accurate leave records and coordinate with employees, supervisors, and third-party administrators as appropriate.
• Support benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, employee benefit changes, and related documentation.
• Assist with benefits reconciliation, eligibility reviews, and employee benefits inquiries.
• Partner with Payroll and Benefits teams to ensure accurate processing of employee deductions and benefit-related changes.
• Escalate complex leave or benefits matters to appropriate HR leadership.
• HRIS Administration & Reporting:
• Maintain accurate employee information within Paylocity and other HR systems.
• Process employee data changes and conduct routine HRIS audits to ensure data integrity.
• Generate employee reports, organizational rosters, and HR compliance-related data.
• Support HR system implementations, integrations, enhancements, and standardized workflows.
• Other Duties:
• Participate in HR team meetings, trainings, organizational events, and department projects as required.
• Manage assigned tasks, priorities, and deadlines independently.
• Maintain clear communication and consistent follow-through across multiple locations.
• Support AVANCE's mission, organizational values, and commitment to a positive employee experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the general scope and level of the position.

• Execution & Accountability
• Problem Solving & Decision-Making
• Communication & Influence
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Stakeholder Focus
• Adaptability & Continuous Learning

• High school diploma or associate’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Professional HR certification, including SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent.

• Minimum four (4) years of professional human resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist, HR Operations, or…