- Setup
- Reference
What You'll Need
| Credential | Description |
|---|---|
| Service User ID | Bob service user identifier |
| Service User Token | Service user API token |
Overview
Connect to HiBob using a service user for automated HR data access.People Data
Profiles, employment, org structure
Time & Attendance
Time off, attendance records
Prerequisites
Administrator access required. You need privileges in to complete this setup.If you don’t have admin access, contact your administrator to:
- Create the API credentials on your behalf, OR
- Grant you temporary admin access to complete the setup
- Admin role in HiBob
- Permission to create service users
Setup Guide
1
Access Service Users
- Log in to HiBob as admin
- Go to Settings → Integrations
- Click Service Users
2
Create Service User
- Click Add Service User
- Fill in:
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Parable Integration |
| Description | Integration user for Parable |
3
Configure Permissions
Grant read permissions for:
- ✅ People — Employee data
- ✅ Time Off — Leave data
- ✅ Reports — Report access
- ✅ Payroll — If needed
4
Generate Token
- Click Create or Save
- Copy the Service User ID
- Generate and copy the Token