This guide will outline how to set-up a signature delegate in the iRIS system when a PI, Branch Chief, or other required signer is out of the office. Only the signer can create a delegate.  To create a delegate for someone who is already out of the office, please reach out via a help ticket.

Step-by-step guide


  1. Login to Iris
  2. On the left Menu hover over My Assistant
  3. Select My Account Info
  4. Select Signoff Availability (2nd from Bottom)
  5. Select Add Alternate Signoff
    1. Search for user by last name
    2. Select the green check mark next to name to select
    3. Select role from the drop down next to their name
  6. To Turn on change radial button indicating availability as NO
  7. Save Changes


NOTE:  You must turn the availability back to YES when you return