HR Generalist / Payroll Coordinator (Bilingual)

The Archetype Strategy•Dallas, TX

2d•Remote

About The Position

The HR Generalist / Payroll Coordinator will support a fast-paced data center and telecommunications organization with employees across multiple states. This role is responsible for administering core HR functions and managing end-to-end payroll operations while ensuring strict compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws. The ideal candidate brings strong multi-state HR experience, hands-on payroll processing expertise, a solid compliance background, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. This position requires bilingual fluency (English/Spanish required) to effectively support a diverse workforce.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of HR Generalist experience with payroll processing responsibilities
Proven experience supporting employees across multiple states
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and payroll regulations
Bilingual fluency required (English/Spanish)
Experience in data center, telecommunications, construction, or similar technical industries
Ability to work remotely while supporting a geographically dispersed workforce
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
Must be based in Texas

Nice To Haves

Legal or compliance-focused HR experience
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification (strongly preferred)
Experience supporting hourly, field-based, or project-driven workforces
Experience with multi-state payroll systems and timekeeping platforms

Responsibilities

Administer and support day-to-day HR functions, including onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, and performance management
Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple states
Maintain, update, and enforce company HR policies and procedures
Serve as a trusted resource for managers and employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and best practices
Handle employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations
Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational needs, and employee engagement initiatives
Support audits, documentation, and reporting related to HR compliance
Assist with benefits administration, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation coordination
Collaborate with legal counsel or external partners on compliance or employment-related matters
Support HR initiatives specific to field-based, project-based, and technical workforces in the data center and telecommunications environment
Manage and process accurate, timely multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees
Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
Coordinate payroll inputs including timekeeping, new hires, terminations, pay changes, bonuses, and deductions
Reconcile payroll reports, address discrepancies, and resolve payroll-related employee inquiries
Partner with finance, accounting, and external payroll vendors as needed
Support payroll audits, tax filings, garnishments, and year-end reporting (W-2s, etc.)
Maintain payroll records with a high level of confidentiality and accuracy