I get “compensatory time” in lieu of cash for overtime. Is this allowed? 1.61K viewsOctober 10, 2022Human Resources 0 Sam Smith11.38K October 6, 2020 0 Comments Spread the loveSpread the love 1 Answer ActiveVotedNewestOldest 0 Blogolu28.38K Posted October 6, 2020 0 Comments Spread the loveMaybe, but only for public sector (government) employees. Comp. time in lieu of cash for FLSA overtime is not generally permitted in the private sector. A public sector employer may pay (at least some) FLSA overtime with comp. time. Spread the love Login