Support the employee.
Plan for the work.
An employee’s absence doesn’t pause customer needs, production, or day-to-day operations. Talk with Express about temporary staffing for the work that needs coverage.
Make the handoff
part of the hiring plan.
Identify essential tasks, the likely duration, and the time a temporary worker will need to learn the job. Decide who will supervise, answer questions, and manage changes to the schedule.
Coverage should fit the actual absence and support a clear handoff when the employee returns. Keep medical and other sensitive employee details out of a staffing inquiry.
Before you request coverage
- List essential duties and deadline-sensitive work.
- Identify expected dates and whether coverage is continuous or intermittent.
- Plan training, system access, and supervision.
- Separate required qualifications from tasks that can be taught.
- Discuss how the assignment may change as needs become clearer.
Use the right resource
for each question.
For eligibility, employer requirements, and current program rules, use the State of Minnesota Paid Leave website. For recruiting and temporary coverage, contact our Express team.
Our related site, MNPaid, discusses workforce coverage planning and links to official sources. Staffing support does not replace an employer’s leave obligations.
Let’s talk about your next hire.
Tell us the role, the location, and when you need someone. We’ll talk through the options.