How do I get a Deputy API Token?

Log in to your Deputy account, navigate to **Account Settings** → **API**, and generate a new Permanent Token for your integration.

What is the subdomain?

It is the specific URL part of your Deputy portal, for example: 'mycompany.au.deputy.com'. You need to include the full host string.

Can the agent approve timesheets?

This integration currently focuses on listing and auditing workforce data. Approving timesheets or modifying rosters should be managed through the Deputy dashboard or mobile app.

Deputy MCP Server for Cursor 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: Deputy
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Author: Vinkius

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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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Classic Setup·json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "deputy": {
      "url": "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.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Deputy into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Deputy and it fetches, processes, and writes — all in a single agentic loop. 10 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

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 Cursor 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 Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Deputy MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Deputy

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Deputy, help me..." — 10 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Deputy MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Deputy through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP — no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Deputy + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Deputy MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Deputy MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect Deputy to Cursor 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 Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor 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 Cursor

Common issues when connecting Deputy to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Deputy + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Deputy MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design — tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.