Deputy MCP Server for Claude Code 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Deputy as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime — ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via the Vinkius.
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claude mcp add deputy --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Deputy MCP Server
Integrate Deputy, the ultimate workforce management solution, directly into your AI workflow. Manage your employee directory, monitor real-time shift rosters, track submitted timesheets, and handle leave requests using natural language.
Claude Code registers Deputy as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly — ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Deputy data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Workforce Visibility — List and retrieve detailed profiles for all employees in your Deputy organization.
- Roster Monitoring — Track current and upcoming shift rosters to ensure proper coverage across locations.
- Timesheet Tracking — Review submitted timesheets, including actual start and end times and approval statuses.
- Leave Management — List and monitor employee leave and time-off requests pending approval.
The Deputy MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Deputy to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Deputy MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Deputy
Ask Claude: "Using Deputy, show me..." — 10 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Deputy MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Deputy through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly — no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Deputy tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Deputy + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Deputy MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Deputy tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Deputy nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Deputy outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Deputy status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Deputy MCP Tools for Claude Code (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Deputy to Claude Code via MCP:
get_authenticated_user
Retrieve metadata for the current authenticated API user
get_employee_profile
Get detailed information for a specific employee
list_active_rosters
List all current and upcoming shift rosters
list_business_locations
List all physical business locations (companies) configured in Deputy
list_completed_timesheets
List timesheets submitted by employees
list_currently_active_shifts
Identify employees who are currently clocked in (mock logic)
list_leave_requests
List all employee leave and time-off requests
list_pending_leave_approvals
List only the leave requests that are awaiting manager approval
list_workforce_employees
List all employees in your Deputy organization
search_employees_by_name
Search for an employee by their display name
Example Prompts for Deputy in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Deputy immediately.
"List all employees currently clocked in."
"Show me the roster for the 'Downtown Kitchen' location tomorrow."
"Are there any pending leave requests?"
Troubleshooting Deputy MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Deputy to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Deputy + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Deputy MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Deputy with your favorite client
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Connect Deputy to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.