Time and Absence
Time Tracking and Absence Knowledge Base Articles
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Time Tracking Guidance
The following is a guide to support employees, managers, and timekeepers in their responsibilities for tracking time.
Timekeeping Responsibilities, Rules & Regulations
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) - The "Why" Behind Timekeeping
- Consequences of Non-Compliance
- FLSA Exemption from Overtime
- The Workweek and Overtime
- Overtime and Compensatory Time (Comp Time) Guidance, Calculation, and Usage
- Managing Overtime and Comp Time
- Timekeeping Standards
- Compensable Time - The What, Why, How, and When Time is Paid
- Covers: Hours Worked & Leave - University Holidays - Meals & Rest Periods - Call Back Time - On-Call Time - Wash Up Time - Shift Differential - Lectures, Meetings, and Training Programs - Remote Access - Travel Time - Volunteer Time - University Service - Lactation Breaks
Absence Guidance
The following is a list of resources regarding leave policies and guidance.
Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
- FMLA Policy
- FMLA Frequently Asked Questions
- Birth/Care of Child, Adoption, Placement of Foster Child Leave Guide
- Parental Resource Guide for Employees
- FMLA Rolling 12 Month Period Resource Guide
- FMLA Process
Pregnancy
Other Time Tracking and Absence Policies Guidance
- Compensating Nonexempt Employees for Travel
- Compensating Nonexempt Employees for Travel - Decision Tree
- Supervisor Resource Series: Leave of Absence
- Guidance for Summer Hours
- Staffing Guidance for University Breaks
- Staffing Guidance for University Breaks Frequently Asked Questions
- Volunteer Emergency Personnel Time Off
- Iowa Disaster Service Volunteer Time Off
Payroll Resources
Questions regarding your paycheck should be directed to the Payroll Office.
Payroll Contact Info:
Email: payroll@iastate.edu
Phone: 515-294-6556
Questions?
Time and Absence Contact:
Please note that some resources listed on this webpage may not be applicable to employees part of the Public Safety collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the Public Safety Collective Bargaining Agreement and/or reach out to timeandabsence@iastate.edu with any questions you may have.