Your Turn to Ask
June 2025
What should I report for an employee’s creditable compensation?
Creditable compensation is the member’s current annual base salary, excluding:
- Overtime, bonus pay and extraordinary pay.
- Vehicle allowances and housing and moving expenses.
- Termination pay for leave.
- Non-permanent shift differentials.
- Mobile device and internet costs.
- Payments for extra duties, such as pay for teachers who serve as coaches.
- For state agencies subject to DHRM policy, acting pay is generally not allowable in creditable compensation.
REFERENCE TOOL
The Creditable Compensation Job Aid and Checklistcovers scenarios specific to school divisions, political subdivisions, state agencies and higher education institutions. It also provides model contract language for executive-level positions.
Questions?
For help with creditable compensation inclusions and exclusions, contact your employer relationship manager.
