Please read through the below instructions and complete them in their entirety to ensure a smooth administration of your leave of absence. To request PFL, the employee requesting PFL must complete Part A of the Request For Paid Family Leave (Form PFL-1).Policy: This policy provides the guidelines for requesting and the terms of a leave of absence granted in accordance with the Family and Medical Leave Act. The Department of Human Resources is the first line of contact for direct Family Medical Leave discussions with employees. (1) Complete the Request for Family and Medical Leave of Absence Form. Eligible members of the faculty and professional staff are entitled to an unpaid leave of absence, generally totaling up to 12 weeks in a 12 month period. Request to Return From FMLA Leave: I should fill out the top portion of the form, notifying Human Resources of the date of my return.