Employee Benefits

2010 Retiree Open Enrollment [Find out more]

If you are not currently enrolled in a medical
and/or dental plan sponsored by the County and
would like to receive a copy of the 2010 Retiree
Benefits Guide, please send an email to
ebsd@hr.sbcounty.gov with your name,
address and phone number.

Retiree Benefits Information & Forms

For detailed information on eligibility, enrollment
and more, view the 2009 Retiree Benefits Guide.

Information regarding 2009 plan year benefits
and related forms/documents [Find out more]

Retirement Eligibility

Eligible employees working at least 40 hours per pay period are automatically members of the San Bernardino County Employees' Retirement Association (SBCERA). As a member of SBCERA, you make contributions each pay period for your retirement and survivor benefits by payroll deduction.

For survivor benefit premiums and Employee Retirement Contribution Rates, view the Employee Benefits Guide.

Refundable and Nonrefundable Retirement Options
Retirement options may be changed each year during Open Enrollment using eBenefits. For more information on refundable/nonrefundable retirement options, visit SBCERA.

Refundable Retirement Contributions
If the retirement contribution is designated as refundable, then one dollar must be paid for each dollar required to meet the retirement contribution. If employment is left without retiring, this contribution plus earned interest may be withdrawn in one lump sum from the SBCERA. Generally, if an employee has less than five (5) years of full-time service, it may be beneficial to choose the refundable option.

Nonrefundable Retirement Contributions
If the retirement contribution is designated as nonrefundable, then the retirement obligation will be reduced for each dollar required to meet the retirement contribution. This reduction is determined by the Board of Retirement annually and is subject to change. General employees pay $1.00 for every $1.10 required to satisfy their retirement obligation; Safety employees pay $1.00 for every $1.05 required. If employment is left without retiring, this contribution may not be withdrawn from the SBCERA. When, and if, eligibility requirements have been met, a retirement benefit may be received.

How to Get in Touch with a Retirement Representative
For more information about retirement, refer to the Retirement Plan Booklet or contact the SBCERA at (909) 885-7980, or toll-free at 1-877-722-3721.