Please note a few reminders for employers: check that you are using the most current form revision, watch for ETF Update meeting invites, and read about changes coming to the ICI Program in 2024.
The new manual provides information about the Sick Leave Conversion Program, including that unused sick leave can be utilized as a retirement benefit that allows eligible employees to convert unused sick leave into credits to pay post-termination health insurance premiums.
Employers may choose to offer more benefits to their employees including supplemental dental, vision, accident plan, and long-term care insurance. State employers may also offer pre-tax savings accounts.
ETF has published a new recorded webinar for local employers focused on the ICI Program. This webinar will answer common employer questions, such as what is ICI? What are the eligibility requirements? What about premiums? The video explores the following ICI topics:
This training is for all state and local employers who use myETF Benefits to enroll new employees in benefits, view and update health insurance information, view and update demographic information, or complete terminations. See what form to complete for access, where to log in, and how to navigate myETF Benefits.
The Group Life Insurance Program is available to all state employers. Watch ETF’s newest training video to explore the basics of this program and have your questions answered.
The Group Life Insurance Program is available to local government employers who choose to participate. Watch ETF’s newest training video to explore the basics of this program and have your questions answered.
A resource to keep local employers informed about the new Insurance Administration System project and the status of the implementation. Local employers can learn about the project, register for upcoming meetings, and view past meeting recordings.