Who this guide is for Employees requesting vacation, sick leave, personal leave, or another available leave type.
Before you start Know the dates you need, the leave type, and any supporting document required by your employer.
Steps 1. Sign in to ESS and open the Leave area. 2. Choose the request command and select the leave type that matches the reason for your absence. 3. Enter the first and last day or the requested hours, then add a short note and attach approved evidence when required. 4. Review the balance and request details before submitting. 5. Watch the request status and respond promptly if your manager or HR asks for clarification.
Check your work The request is listed with the correct dates, leave type, and pending or approved status.
When to stop and ask for help Stop if the available balance is unexpected, the request overlaps another absence, or you need a backdated or emergency exception.