Manager Permissions Explained
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      Directory Permissions Explained

      Overview of the 'Directory' Permissions Explained for Managers

      Directory Permissions Overview

      Directory permissions in HR Locker grant managers access to employee information, allowing them to view and manage personal and employment details. These permissions can be customized to provide access to specific groups of employees based on reporting relationships or office assignments, with additional options to tailor access further.

      Permission Settings:

      1. Off:

        • Directory functionality is disabled for the manager.

      2. On for Subordinates and Selected Employees Only:

        • Managers can access directory information for their direct reports and selected employees.
        • Access is granted based on reporting relationships or office assignments.
        • Managers have administrative access for the employees they choose.

      3. On for Selected Offices and Selected Employees Only:

        • Managers can access directory information for employees assigned to selected offices and chosen employees.
        • Administrative access is granted for selected offices and employees.

      Additional and Permission Options:

      • Hide Comps & Bens:

        • If selected, managers will not have access to data relating to employees' salaries, bonuses, or benefits.

      • Hide Permissions:

        • If selected, managers cannot see the employees' permissions tab or their own.

      • Payroll Manager:

        • Designates the manager as a payroll manager.
        • Comps and bens information cannot be hidden for a manager to be a payroll manager.

      • Functionality:

        1. Viewing Directory Information:

          • Directory access allows managers to view personal and employment details of selected employees.

        2. Inviting New Employees:

          • Managers can send or resend invite emails to new employees from the directory page.

        3. Adding New Employees:

          • Managers can add new employees to the system, facilitating the onboarding process.

        4. Assigning Work Patterns and Rotations:

          • Managers can assign work patterns and work pattern rotations to employees, ensuring efficient scheduling and management of work hours.

        5. Editing Employee Details:

          • If directory access is granted, managers can edit personal and employment details of employees.
          • Edits made by the manager trigger email notifications to the employee.