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The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to all eligible full-time employees and their dependents.  The package includes medical and dental insurance, vision care, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and

dismemberment coverage, long-term disability income-protection, long-term care and

pre-paid legal services. All premiums are fully paid by the District.

Following is a general overview of the benefits provided to District employees. For specific details, please contact the Benefits Office.

HEALTH AND WELFARE BENEFITS

Medical Insurance

Employees can choose between Blue Shield Access + HMO or Blue Shield Spectrum PPO plans for themselves and their dependents.

Dental Insurance

Employees and their dependents receive comprehensive coverage through Delta Dental.

Vision Insurance

Employees and their dependents receive vision coverage through Vision Service Plan.

Life Insurance

The District provides coverage for at least two times annual salary. Additional insurance for employees and their dependents is available at a flat rate. The District offers an option to purchase supplemental life insurance.

Long Term Disability

The District provides coverage at 66 2/3% of monthly earnings.

Long Term Care

Base plan coverage and a voluntary coverage option are provided for most employees.

Flexible Spending Account

The District allows pre-tax deductions for health and dependent care expenses not covered by insurance plans.

Legal Plan

Comprehensive legal services from experienced attorneys are available through the Hyatt Legal Plan.

Employee Assistance Program

The EAP is available for all employees and their families and provides free short-term counseling. Additional mental health benefits are available through medial insurance. 

Tax Sheltered Annuities/Deferred Compensation

All part-time and full-time employees can access tax sheltered annuities and deferred compensation vehicles through SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union.

Tuition Reimbursement

The District provides tuition reimbursement for classified bargaining unit employees of one class per semester at one of the district's campuses that is relevant to the employee's current position or is part of a certificate program.

RETIREMENT AND SAVINGS

Full-time faculty and academic administrators are covered under the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS). An 8% pre-tax contribution is made by the employee automatically through payroll deductions with an 8.25% match by the District. Part-time faculty can choose to be covered under PERS or STRS.

Classified managers and bargaining unit employees who work over 20 hours per week are covered under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). A 7% pre-tax contribution is made by the employee automatically through payroll deductions. The District's contribution rate can change every year based on the requirements of PERS investments. Employees are vested 100% after five years of full time service.

Employees who are not covered under STRS participate in the Social Security System.

TIME AWAY

Vacations

Administrators, classified managers, and classified bargaining unit employees accrue vacation days on a monthly basis.

Holidays

The District observes 18 paid holidays, including campus closures during the December/January holiday season.

Sick Leave

Employees accrue sick leave at the rate of one day for each month served.

Jury Duty

Employees are granted unlimited paid days for jury service.