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Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)

OPERS is the state retirement program for staff.
Staff contribute 10.0% of their salary each pay period to the retirement plan, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis. The university also contributes to the staff member's retirement plan based on 14.0% of his or her salary. Ohio Revised Code Section 3305.6(d) allows OPERS to withhold a portion of the employer’s contribution to offset any negative financial impact the OPERS Traditional Plan may experience by the offering of alternative retirement plan options. More information is available here.

If you are unsure whether or not you are eligible for this benefit, go to Benefit Eligibility.

Are my dependents, spouse, or partner eligible for this benefit?
This benefit is available for eligible Ohio State employees only.
 

How/when can I sign up?

For those who are ARP-eligible, complete a Retirement Program Election Form. Note that enrollment in OPERS is irrevocable while you are employed at Ohio State.
 

Will this affect my taxes?

Retirement plan contributions are taken from your pay before taxes, reducing the gross amount that can be taxed.
 

When can I change my benefit elections?

Eligible employees may enroll upon transfer from an ineligible to an eligible appointment.
 

Have there been any recent changes to this benefit?

Yes - contributions will be changing January 1, 2008 [learn more].

 

What would cause this benefit coverage to end?

Transfer to an ineligible position or leaving the university.

 

What happens to this benefit when I leave OSU?

You may be eligible for a retirement benefit or refund, contact OPERS for details.

 

Who do I call for more information about this benefit?

Office of Human Resources Customer Service Center (enrollment and eligibility verification, forms, plan booklets)

OPERS

 

Publications and Forms

Find Benefit publications on the "Publications" page and related forms on the "Forms" Web page.
This information is intended to be a summary of plan provisions. For additional information, refer to plan booklets available online and through the Office of Human Resources Customer Service Center.

 
 
Life Events
The Life Event Web site provides you with information to consider when major life changes like retirement, marriage, or termination of employment occur. Each page lists your options, tells you who to consult with questions, links you to forms and publications, describes how to make changes to your benefits, and more.

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