Huskies Give Back Volunteer Time Off Request

Volunteer Time Off Steps

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  Step One

  Make sure your organization is approved by NIU. View preapproved organizations. Or, request organization approval at least three weeks in advance.
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  Step Two

  Submit a volunteering time off request at least two weeks in advance.
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  Step Three

  Have a supervisor at the volunteer site sign a printout of your request form.
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  Step Four

  Drop the form off at HRS or email it to payroll@niu.edu within one week of volunteering.
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  Step Five

  Include a comment on your timesheet or benefit usage form indicating Huskies Give Back with the date/time you volunteered. If your volunteer service is performed outside of your regular NIU work hours, you may make arrangements with your supervisor to apply the volunteer leave time off as comp time or as flexible scheduling during your work week.