How to request time off

Learn how to submit a leave request

Updated over a week ago

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In this article, we'll guide you through the process of submitting time-off requests in PeopleForce, offering various methods to initiate and manage your leave requests. Whether you're accessing the platform from the home page or your profile, we'll show you step-by-step how to efficiently request and track your time off.

Requesting Time Off on the Home page:

  • Access the ''Home page'' and locate the widget specifically designed for submitting leave requests.

  • Use the widget to request vacation, sick leave, or any other type of absence.

Using the Quick button:

  • Locate the quick button near the "Quick Search" field at the top of our system interface.

  • Click on the quick button to initiate the leave request process.

Requesting time off in your profile:

  • Visit your personal card profile within the system.

  • Navigate to the "Time off" tab and make your request from there.

Completing the Time off request form:

  • Choose the desired leave type from the provided drop-down list within the time off request form.

  • Specify the date range for your absence.

  • Optionally, provide additional information about your leave request in the ''Note'' field.

Where to view your requests

  • Access the ''Me > Overview'' tab to overview all your leave requests.

  • On this page, you have the option to withdraw your request before approval.

Tracking and managing your requests

  • Open your profile (click on your name in the top left corner of the admin panel) to view and track your requests.

  • Navigate to the "Time off" tab within your profile to see a list of submitted requests.

  • Click on a specific request to view detailed information in a new window, including its approval status.

Managing requests

  • You can withdraw your request if your plans change until your request is approved.

  • You can send additional comments or reminders to the approving manager if necessary.

Notifications

Once your leave request is approved, you will receive a notification via email and within the system.

If you need to add an approver to a leave request, simply follow these steps:

1. Go to the "Settings" section.

2. Select "Leave Policies" and choose the policy that applies to your request.

3. Click on the three dots icon and choose "Edit" to make necessary changes.

4. In the "Approvals" section, add or modify the approvers based on your requirements.

Only users with administrator rights or those who have access to leave policies settings can add approvers to leave policies.

📱 Do you know that PeopleForce has a mobile app? Be sure to download it to have the ability to quickly submit leave requests anytime, anywhere using your smartphone. You can find detailed instructions on how to use the app here.

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