A time off type defines a particular time off request that is created directly from the Settings module by a System Administrator or HR Administrator.
To create a time off type, first you need to navigate to the time settings by clicking on the settings module in the navigation bar. Scroll down until you see the time off type option as seen in the picture below. Then click the 'create a time off type' button.
This takes you to the create time off type page where there are different fields that you need to fill out.
Fields:
- Name: Name of time off type
- Pay Code: Pay code for time off type
- Does this type rollover: Determines if the balance for this type rolls over into the new year.
- Does this type require a supporting document?: Determines if the employee must upload a supporting file with each request.
- Can this type be submitted prior to todays date?: Determines if the employee can request this time off prior to today's date.
- Does this type require a lump sum payment?: Determines if the employee can request an advanced payment during the first payroll cycle.
- Does this type deduct regular pay?: Determines if the employee will have their regular pay deducted based on leave hours request.
- Will NIB be calculated for this time off type?: Determined if during payroll this will be added to the NIB contribution calculation along with the employee's regular pay.
After filling in the required fields, you can select the 'create type' button so that your changes go live.