I’m Resigning on Friday.

Anonymous

September 29,2022 at 1:02AM UTC

Welcome to Fairygodboss!

We’re the largest online career community helping women achieve their career goals. Gain access to articles, jobs, events, and a supportive network of women and allies. Membership is free, always.

I’m Resigning on Friday. What About My PTO?

I’m leaving a job after four months. It’s a toxic environment and the job duties were not as described. I have 45 hours in PTO. I’m hoping I can use them for the second week of my two-week notice. There’s also the real possibility the the cheapo owner will try to not pay it out. Any advice on bringing this up to my manager? Thanks so much

Why women love us:

Daily articles on career topics
Jobs at companies dedicated to hiring more women
Advice and support from an authentic community
Events that help you level up in your career
Free membership, always

4 comments

Share your insight

Join an authentic community that helps women support each other at work. Share your professional experience or ask for advice — you can even post anonymously.

4 Comments

Join the conversation

Kristie WhiteSeptember 29,2022 at 1:34AM UTC
There should be a written HR termination/PTO policy that documents how PTO is handled upon term. There is no legal requirement, it is up to the employer how they determine to treat employees who terminate. Often, there is an employment requirement such as 6 months or 1 year in order to be eligible. That should govern how your term is handled.
AnonymousSeptember 29,2022 at 2:55AM UTC
First read your company policy on paying out PTO. The employee handbook should address it.
Then understand your state's employment laws governing this time and how it should be treated.
Once you have educated yourself, have that discussion with your manager.
AnonymousSeptember 29,2022 at 8:45AM UTC
I've read the handbook and it doesn't say anything about PTO use for employees who resign.
Monique BrownSeptember 30,2022 at 12:31PM UTC
Use your PTO and quit afterwards ?