Human Resources Administrative Practice Manual:
Employee Benefits & Services
Benefits Continuation into Retirement
| Citation Reference | |
|---|---|
| Official Title | Policy on Benefits Continuation into Retirement |
| Abbreviated Title | Benefits Continuation into Retirement |
| Volume | Human Resources |
| Responsible Office | Human Resources |
| Originally issued | |
| Revised | December 2007 |
Policy Statement
A University System of Georgia retiree or career employee who upon his/her separation of employment from the University System of Georgia meets the criteria for retirement as set forth in BOR Policy Manual regarding Retirement Policy shall remain eligible to continue as a member of the basic and dependent group life insurance and health benefits plans. The University System shall continue to pay the employer’s portion of the cost for such benefits. (BOR Policy Manual regarding Insurance Policy).
Reason for Policy
This policy authorizes institutions to provide insurance to retirees.
Entities Affected By This Policy
All units of the University System of Georgia are covered by this policy.
Who Should Read This Policy
All employees within the University System of Georgia should be aware of this policy.
Contacts
| Contact | Phone | Email/URL |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Vice Chancellor for Life and Health Benefits | 404-962-3235 | tom.scheer@usg.edu |
| Institution Chief Human Resources Officers | See University System HR Officer Listing at http://www.usg.edu/hr/officers/ |
Website Address for This Policy
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Related Documents/Resources
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Definitions
These definitions apply to these terms as they are used in this policy:
Board of Regents: The governing body of the University System of Georgia
Retirees: BOR Policy Manual regarding Retirement Policy
Career Employee: BOR Policy Manual regarding Retirement Policy
Overview
A University System of Georgia retiree or career employee who upon his/her separation of employment from the University System of Georgia meets the criteria for retirement as set forth in BOR Policy Manual regarding Retirement Policy shall remain eligible to continue as a member of the basic and dependent group life insurance and health benefits plans. The University System shall continue to pay the employer’s portion of the cost for such benefits. See BOR Policy Manual regarding Insurance Policy.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities each party has in connection with the Policy on Benefits Continuation into Retirement are:
| Party | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Associate Vice Chancellor for Life and Health Benefits | Ensure compliance with policy. |
| Institution Chief Human Resources Officers | Ensure compliance with policy. |
Forms
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Appendices
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