HR Generalist

Aston Carter; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter HR Generalist contract role in Irving, TX focuses on leave administration and guidance for employees, managers, and HR partners. You will interpret policies, process leave requests, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate FMLA and disability programs while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years of customer service, HR, leave administration, or employee support experience.
• Knowledge of federal and state leave regulations, including FMLA and disability programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other business applications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees regarding leave-related questions and requests.
• Interpret and administer leave policies, including FMLA, disability, and other applicable leave programs.
• Assist employees in understanding available leave options and required documentation.
• Advise managers and HR partners on leave-related policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Support the HR team by gathering, reviewing, and maintaining leave-related documentation and records.
• Ensure accurate processing and tracking of leave requests.
• Help resolve employee concerns and provide guidance throughout the leave management process.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure a positive employee experience and consistent policy application.

Skills

Customer service

Leave administration

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Other business applications

Job description

Job Title: HR Generalist

Job Description

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support leave administration programs and provide guidance to employees, managers, and HR partners regarding leave-related policies and processes. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex leave situations while ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting employee leave programs, interpreting leave policies, and providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced HR environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees regarding leave-related questions and requests.
• Interpret and administer leave policies, including FMLA, disability, and other applicable leave programs.
• Assist employees in understanding available leave options and required documentation.
• Advise managers and HR partners on leave-related policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Support the HR team by gathering, reviewing, and maintaining leave-related documentation and records.
• Ensure accurate processing and tracking of leave requests.
• Help resolve employee concerns and provide guidance throughout the leave management process.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure a positive employee experience and consistent policy application.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of customer service, HR, leave administration, or employee support experience.
• Knowledge of federal and state leave regulations, including FMLA and disability programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other business applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting leave administration programs within a corporate HR environment.
• Familiarity with disability, accommodation, and employee leave processes.
• Experience interpreting HR policies and providing guidance to employees and managers.
• Knowledge of HR systems and case management tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irving,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.