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What Tier Are You In?
… When you join NYSLRS, you are assigned to a tier based on your date of membership. To find out what tier you are in, sign in to Retirement Online and look under … You are in: If you joined: Tier 1 before July 1, 1973 Tier 2 July 1, 1973 through July 26, 1976 Tier 3 July 27, 1976 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/what-tier-are-youEnding Your Membership – Non-Contributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits
… membership can end: If you do not have at least five years of credited service and seven years have elapsed since you …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1513/ending-your-membershipPerformance of Duty Disability – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… behalf. For example, your attorney, a power of attorney (POA) , or a court-appointed guardian who has been granted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/performance-duty-disabilityOut-of-Service Death Benefit – Article 14 Benefits
… If you are a vested member with at least ten years of credited service, … forms to your beneficiary. … Article 14 information for PFRS Tier 3 members Covers pension disability and death …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/out-service-death-benefitFull- and Part-Time Service Credit – Regional State Park Police Plan
… Full-Time Employment If you join the Retirement System on the day you … of days worked ÷ 260 days or annual salary reported ÷ (State’s hourly minimum wage × 2,000) Employers report days worked and salary to us. … Regional State Park Police Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 5 and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1867/full-and-part-time-service-creditAbout an Employer’s Role – What Every Employer Should Know
… a participating employer begins a partnership with NYSLRS that we take pride in. Without your cooperation and assistance, we would not be able to provide members with the benefits they have earned. … to help answer questions about such topics as loans, transfers, service credit, disability and death benefits, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/partnership/about-employers-roleStraight Talk About Financial Planning For Your Retirement
… when you are ready to retire, your pension will be there for you. Your retirement benefit is only one part of a good … it’s a good time to check your finances and develop a plan for when you retire. Here are some steps you can take to … when you can choose “Vested Retirement.” This option is for those who are or will be vested, and should be used only …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/straight-talk-about-financial-planning-your-retirementAvailable Options – Non-Contributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits
… Single Life Allowance (Option 0) This is the basic retirement benefit. It provides the maximum benefit payment to you each month for the rest of your life. Under this selection, all payments … option will provide you with a reduced monthly benefit for your lifetime. At your death, the unpaid balance of your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1513/available-optionsAbout Your Membership – En-Con Police Officers Plan
… Police Officers Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 5 and 6 members covered by Section 383b Covers pension disability and death benefits …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1822/about-your-membershipEnding Your Membership – En-Con Police Officers Plan
… membership can end: If you do not have at least five years of credited service and seven years have elapsed since you …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1822/ending-your-membershipContributing Toward Your Retirement – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… your employer provides). Since you are contributing less of your own money to the Retirement System, the annuity portion of your retirement benefit will be smaller. However, when you …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/contributing-toward-your-retirementApplying for Benefits – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… To apply for all Retirement System benefits, you must file the … of the State Comptroller within specific time limits. For a form to be considered as “filed with the Comptroller,” … mailed. To meet a filing deadline (such as an application for retirement benefits or an option election form), you can …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/applying-benefitsApplying for Benefits – Career Plan
… To apply for all Retirement System benefits, you must file the … of the State Comptroller within specific time limits. For a form to be considered as “filed with the Comptroller,” … mailed. To meet a filing deadline (such as an application for retirement benefits or an option election form), you can …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/applying-benefitsApplying for Benefits – Police and Fire Plan
… To apply for all Retirement System benefits, you must file the … of the State Comptroller. Giving your employer the form does not mean that you have “filed with the Comptroller.” As … be eligible to file applications “without prejudice” for disability and regular service retirement benefits …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/applying-benefitsChallenging a Determination – Article 14 Benefits
… email the Hearing Administration Bureau at Hearings@osc.state.ny.us or call us at 1-866-805-0990 or 518-474-7736 in the Albany, New York area. … Article 14 information for PFRS Tier 3 members …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/challenging-determinationUnderstanding Your NYSLRS Membership
As a NYSLRS member its important to understand how your membership works and what benefits you are entitled to receive
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/understanding-your-nyslrs-membershipChallenging a Determination – Police and Fire Plan
… Albany, New York area. … Police and Fire Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 Article 11 5 and 6 members under Sections …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/challenging-determinationMembership Milestones for Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Members
… If you are in the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), no matter which … covered under, there are important milestones you need to know. Understanding your milestones will help you develop a … tier from the Contents on the left or scroll down to see how your years of service affect your retirement benefits. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/membership-milestones-employees-retirement-system-ers-membersEnding Your Membership – Regional State Park Police Plan
… membership can end: If you do not have at least five years of credited service and seven years have elapsed since you …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1867/ending-your-membershipAbout Your Membership – Regional State Park Police Plan
Regional State Park Police Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 5 and 6 members covered by Section383a Covers pension disability and death benefits
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1867/about-your-membership