Employer Update

There is a lot to know when counseling employees about their VRS benefits, especially if you’re new to your job.

Our four-part Introduction to VRS online seminar will give you an overview of VRS benefits and help you learn the importance of your counseling role. The 90-minute webinars are held over four days.

Register now for the December session (December 10, 12, 17 and 19).

Part 1 – Understanding VRS and Retirement Account Contributions.
Explore VRS structure including retirement plans and systems as well as reporting data and making contributions.

Part 2 – New Employees: Time-Sensitive Benefits and Saving for Retirement.
Understand time-sensitive benefits and additional ways to save for retirement with supplemental savings plans and voluntary contributions.

Part 3 – Employees in Mid-Career: Life Events.
Explore benefits and processes related to various life events including disability, refunds and death.

Part 4 – Nearing Retirement: Requirements, Payout Options and Processing.
Learn retirement eligibility requirements, payout options and benefits in retirement.