The University of St. Thomas

Attention:  New Vacation Reporting Location

Effective July 1, 2008, exempt employees will report their vacation days and floating holidays through Employee Self-Service (Murphy Online).  Log into Murphy Online @ https://banner.stthomas.edu

What information do I need to access the Murphy Online System?

  • You will need your UST ID (identification number):  This nine-digit number can be found under your name on your Tommie eXpress photo ID card, or on your paycheck.
  • You will need your PIN (Personal Identification Number):  Employees are issued their own personal identification number for use with Murphy Online.  If you have forgotten your PIN, or need a new PIN issued, you can contact the IRT Tech Desk at 651-962-6230 or irthelp@stthomas.edu.

Additional vacation reporting links can be found at:

     www.stthomas.edu, click tools, and then click vacation reporting
     www.stthomas.edu/hr, click the vacation reporting link in the lower right hand corner of page. 

How do I report my vacation days and/or floating holidays?

  • Log into Employee Self-Service (Murphy Online) @ https://banner.stthomas.edu.
  • Click on Employee Service
  • Click on Vacation Reporting Menu

How do I enter vacation days or a floating holiday?

  • To enter vacation days taken, click on "Enter Vacation Days" from the menu.
  • Enter the Start and End Dates.  You can type in the date (MM-DD-YYYY), or click on the calendar icon to select the date.
  • Enter the Number of Days you have taken.  Do not include weekend days.
  • Select radio button for either vacation day or floating holiday.
  • Click "Submit" to continue.  If there are any errors with the data you entered, an error message will be displayed.  Correct the dates and/or day(s) taken and click "Submit" again.
  • Confirm vacation days.  If information is correct, click "Submit" to update, else click "Re-enter" to correct any problems.

How do I view my available vacation days?

  • To view the number of vacation days available, click on "View Available Vacation Days" from the menu.

How do I view my vacation report?

  • To view your vacation report, click on the "View Vacation Report" from the menu.  A list of years will be displayed.
  • Select a fiscal year and click "Display" to continue.
  • A report will be displayed that will include the following:  Date Entered, Date Taken, Number of Days, Vacation/Floating Holiday, Total Number of Days Taken, and Total Number of Days Available.
  • To print the report, click "Click here to print vacation report".

How do I view my service date and accrual rate table?

  • To view your service date and accrual rate table, click on "View Accrual Rates" from the menu.

Who do I contact if I have questions?

Contact one of the Benefits Team Members:

Becky James             651-962-6497   jame7033@stthomas.edu
Stephanie Monogue    651-962-6519   shmonoque@stthomas.edu
Pete Ronza                651-962-6521   ppronza@stthomas.edu
or contact:   benefits@stthomas.edu