These extra retirement savings are designed to provide an important supplement to pension plans and Social Security retirement benefits. There is a four week waiting period before disability benefits become payable after the onset of a disability and benefits are payable up to a maximum of four months following the onset of disability. This is a voluntary program that employees can choose to purchase. Premiums are paid through payroll deduction. Taken together, these taxes form the total FICA tax deducted from earnings.
Time off is accrued based on years of service.
Full time employees with less than five years of service accrue 30 days per year. Employees with between five years of service and ten years of service accrue 35 days per year, and employees with 10 or more years of service accrue 40 days per year. This benefit may be reimbursed upon termination of employment. For additional information contact the departmental supervisor. Holidays - There are thirteen paid holidays per year.