APSU Employee Benefits Summary

The following information applies to regular, full-time employees:
Regular part-time employees receive benefits where applicable on a pro-rated basis equal to the percentage of their employment compared to full-time employment.

BENEFITS	WHEN ELEGIBLE	CONDITIONS
Annual Leave Clerical and Support APSU Policy 5:038 Administrative & 12-Month Academic	Begin accruing from date of employment Begin accruing from date of employment	0– 5 years → 7.5 hours/month 5–10 years → 11.3 hours/month 10-20 years → 13.2 hours/month 20 or more → 15.0 hours/month Annual leave may not be taken before it is earned. 15.0 hours per month
Sick Leave APSU Policy 5:045	Begin accruing from date of employment	Accrue 7.5 hours per month. Sick leave may not be taken before it is earned. Unused sick leave counted as creditable service for TCRS retirement.
Military Leave APSU Policy 5:044	From date of employment	Not to exceed 20 working days in any one calendar year, plus such additional days resulting from any call to active duty status.
Civil Leave APSU Policy 5:039	From date of employment	Regular pay for time while serving on jury duty or as a subpoenaed witness for the state.
Bereavement Leave APSU Policy 5:049	From date of employment	Not to exceed three regularly scheduled work days due to death of an immediate family member (as defined by policy).
Maternity Leave APSU Policy 5:043	From date of employment	Leave for maternity purposes for a period up to four months upon request of the female employee. Sick leave shall be used for a period of medical disability only.
Paternity Leave APSU Policy 5:043	From date of employment	Regular, male employees may request paternity leave due to the birth of their child. Employees may use up to thirty (30) working days of sick leave if their balance is sufficient. In the event both parents are state employees, the aggregate amount of sick leave that may be used for maternity and paternity leave is limited to thirty (30) days.
Family and Medical Leave TBR Policy 5:01:01:14	Must have worked at least 12 months and have worked at least 1,250 hours during the preceding 12-month period	Regular employees may take up to 12 work weeks of leave during a 12-month period for specified family and medical reasons, to provide continued health insurance coverage during the leave period and to insure employee reinstatement to the same or equivalent position following the leave period.
Adoptive Parents Leave APSU Policy 5:037	From date of employment	Special leave without pay for up to four months to adoptive parents. Does not apply in the case of stepchild or adult adoption. During the four-month period an employee may use sick leave for up to 30 working days provided his/her sick leave balance is not exceeded.
Leave of Absence Without Pay APSU Policy 5:040	From date of employment	Must be approved by the Senior Administrator.
Holidays (13 Total) Regular full- and part-time executive, administrative, professional, clerical and support employees	From date of employment	New Year’s Day, King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, plus 5 additional days as designated by the President and Chancellor. APSU Policy 5:054
Death Benefit TBR Guideline P-150	From date of employment	In accidental or natural death, while employed at Austin Peay, wages, unused accrued annual and sick leave, and compensatory time shall be paid to the employee’s estate or designated beneficiar Death Benefit Overview APSU Beneficiary Form
Retirement	From date of employment	University pays all contributions. Benefits in TCRS are based on salary and years of service. Exempt, monthly paid employees may choose TCRS or the Optional Retirement Program. Retirement is optional for regular part-time employees. Retirement Program Overview
403 (b) annuity and Deferred Compensation Program	From date of employment	Contributions may be made to a 403(b) tax deferred annuity on a salary reduction basis. The state of Tennessee Deferred compensation program allows you to select from two plans: a 457 plan and a 401(k) plan. 403(b) Information 401k & 457 plan Information
State Group Insurance	First day of the calendar month following the effective date of employment.	Employees may elect to participate in the Standard or Partnership PPO with BC/BS or Cigna, which includes term life insurance and special accident insurance. Regular, part-time employees must be working at least 30 hours per week. State Group Insurance Enrollment Guide State Group Insurance Enrollment Form Term Life and Special Accident Insurance
Optional Special Accident Insurance	New Employees: First day of the calendar month following the effective date of employment. Current Employees: During annual enrollment/transfer period	To enroll in this program, coverage may be purchased on yourself or eligible dependents without being enrolled in the State Group Insurance Plan. Adds additional coverage to the Special Accident insurance offered through the State Group Insurance Program. Employee pays full premium. Optional Special Accident Member Booklet Optional Special Accident Beneficiary Form Optional Special Accident Enrollment Form
Dental Insurance	New Employees: First day of the calendar month following the effective date of employment. Current Employees: During annual enrollment/transfer period	Regular employees who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week. Employees may choose one of two plans available: 1) Prepaid 2 Option: Employees must designate a dentist from the list of participating providers in the directory. 2) Preferred Dental Organization (PDO) Option: No deductible when receiving service from a preferred dentist. Maximum benefits obtained when utilizing a preferred dentist, the Plan provides a reduced benefit when utilizing non-preferred dentists. Waiting period for certain services. Orthodontic services for children under age 19 - see brochure for more information. Dental Insurance Enrollment Guide Dental Insurance Enrollment Form
Optional Universal Life Insurance	New Employees: New enrollment is no longer permitted. Current Employees: During annual enrollment/transfer period	Regular employees who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week. The universal life insurance plan offers a death benefit as well as a savings feature. The premiums are higher than term life insurance because it includes cash accumulation, a loan provision and paid-up features. The premiums do not increase as the participant’s age increases. New employees can elect coverage up to three times their annual salary at the time they are first eligible for coverage. Requires verification of current health status if enrolling during the annual open enrollment period. Coverage for your spouse may be a stand-alone policy. Employee pays full premium. Enrollment directly with Unum by phone or mailing completed enrollment form.
Optional Term Life Insurance	New Employees: Coverage must be applied for by the end of their first full calendar month of employment. Coverage will become effective the first day of the month after completion of three (3) full calendar months of employment. Current Employees: During annual enrollment/transfer period	Regular employees who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week. The term life insurance plan offers a death benefit from month to month. The premiums automatically increase as the participant’s age increases. Spouse and dependent children also may be covered. Requires verification of current health status if enrolling during the annual open enrollment period. Employee pays full premium. Enrollment directly with Minnesota Life by phone or mailing completed enrollment form. Optional Term Life Enrollment Booklet
Long-Term Disability Insurance	From date of employment	Premiums can be paid through payroll deductions. Requires verification of current health status before enrollment. Employee pays full premiums. Long-Term Disability Exempt Employee Guide Long-Term Disability Exempt Enrollment Form Long-Term Disability Non-Exempt Employee Guide Long-Term Disability Non-Exempt Enrollment Form
AFLAC	Effective date of coverage the first of the month following the effective date of employment.	Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Personal Sickness Indemnity, Cancer Indemnity. Enrollment to be made with AFLAC representative. Contact information available in Human Resources. AFLAC Insurance Plan Guides
VSP Vision Plan	Effective date of coverage the first of the month following the effective date of employment	Gold and Bronze Plans available. More information and enrollment is available at Vision Plan Information
EyeMed Vision Plan	Effective date of coverage the first of the month following the effective date of employment	Basic and Expanded Plans available. More information available at http://www.eyemedvisioncare.com/. (Select Network)
Flexible Benefits Plan	New Employees: Eligibility begins the first day of the month following 30 days of service. Current employees: During the annual enrollment/ transfer period	Benefits include group medical premiums, group dental premiums, out-of-pocket medical expenses and dependent care expenses. Flexible Benefits Plan allows you to redirect a portion of your salary to the plan before it is taxed to pay for the above benefits. FBMC Website TBR Flex Benefit Plan Guide Flex Benefits Enrollment Form
Worker’s Compensation State Board of Claims	From date of employment	Employees are eligible to file a claim for on-the-job injuries. Employees requiring medical attention must go to a provider on the Workers Compensation Provider list. Contact Human Resources for eligible providers. Supervisor must be notified immediately of injury. Claims must be filed no later than one year from the date of injury. Worker’s Compensation Guide
Employee Assistance Program	From date of employment	Available to employees who work 80 percent time or more. The Employee Assistance Program provides counseling and referral services for employees and their dependent(s) who are experiencing personal problems which are likely to affect work performance and personal well being. The first five sessions per episode/problem are cost free. To use the EAP service, contact Magellan Health Services. For more specific information, consult the Handbook or call 1-800-308-4934 Employee Assistance Program
United States Savings Bonds Program	From date of employment	Bonds may be purchased through www.treasurydirect.gov. Contact the Office of Human Resources for additional information.
Tennessee's Best Program (Baccalaureate Education System Trust) Savings Plan and Prepaid Plan	From date of employment	The BEST 529 College Savings Plan - tax-advantaged way to save for a child's college education. Earnings on contributions compound free from federal income tax. For more information go to http://www.treasury.state.tn.us/best/. Contact the Office of Human Resources for additional information.
Tennessee Stars Program	From date of employment	The TN Stars 529 College Savings Plan. Contact Human Resources for more information.
Faculty, Administrators and Support Staff Fee Waiver (PC-191) APSU Policy 5:001	From date of employment	Available to full-time employees. Tuition charges, maintenance fees, student activity fees and registration fees are waived. Employees may enroll in one credit course per term on a space available basis, at any TBR or UT system institution. Course attendance may not disrupt the employee's work schedule; therefore, employees must request annual leave or appropriate time off to attend courses during work hours. Adjusted work schedules are not allowed. PC-191 Fee Waiver Form
Educational Assistance (Student Fee Discount) Spouses and Dependent Children of Employees APSU Policy 5:001	Regular full-time employees are eligible from date of employment. Regular part-time employees are eligible after one or more years of continuous service within either system working a minimum of 50 percent time.	Amount of fee waiver shall not exceed 1/2 of the undergraduate maintenance fee when enrolled in undergraduate courses at any TBR or UT system institution. Eligible part-time employees receive a pro-rata portion of the 1/2 discount based upon the employee's percentage of work effort. This program is available subject to the funds being budgeted and available. Spouse and/or Dependent Discount Form
Faculty or Administrative/ Professional Staff Tuition or Maintenance Fee Reimbursement Program APSU Policy 5:001	Employed at Austin Peay at least six months	Available to regular faculty, administrative/professional employees, and clerical/support employees. Provides maintenance or tuition-related fees for a maximum of six credit hours per semester for an Employee who takes credit courses on a part-time basis while continuing work responsibilities. Courses may be taken at APSU or any other accredited school, public or private. This program is available subject to the funds being budgeted and available. Tuition or Maintenance Fee Reimbursement Form (P-130)
Library and Recreational Facilities	From date of employment	University employees having APSU I.D. cards may use the services provided by the University Library, Dunn Center, and the Foy Fitness Center. Employees may purchase a membership for use of indoor tennis courts. Fee for spouse and dependants (age 16 & over). University Recreation Information Felix G. Woodward Library Information
Service Awards	From date of employment	Employees completing service to the University are recognized in five-year increments and are awarded a service pin during the Service Awards Program.
Peay Bay Incentive Program	Employed by Austin Peay at least six months	Incentive Program is designed to recognize employees who go “above & beyond”. Fellow employees award others with points for exceptional actions. Peay Bay Information
COBRA	You and/or your dependent(s) continue the same medical and dental insurance with the state through COBRA if all of the following conditions are met: 1. You and/or your dependent(s) lost coverage due to one of the “qualifying events.” 2. You and/or your dependent(s) are not eligible for Medicare. 3. You and/or your dependent(s) are not insured under another group medical plan; unless the employee or dependent enrolls in another group medical plan that has a pre-existing condition clause and the employee or dependent has a pre-existing condition that is not covered by the other group plan. You may be entitled to have the state of Tennessee pay the premium for your on-going health insurance; for more information contact your local Department of Human Services.	Employees and/or dependent(s) may continue their medical insurance for a maximum of 18 months if the state employee loses coverage due to the “qualifying events” listed below: 1. Employment is terminated for any reason other than the employee’s gross misconduct, or 2. Employee’s work hours are reduced below 30 hours per week so they are no longer eligible under the State Plan’s eligibility rules to continue coverage. 3. The employee’s job appointment changes so that they are no longer eligible under the State Plan’s eligibility rules to continue coverage (such as changing to a temporary position). COBRA Information
Longevity	From date of employment	$100 per year for a maximum benefit of $3,000. Part-time employees who work less than 82.1 percent time or work less than 1600 hours per year are not eligible.
Social Security	From date of employment	Financial assistance at retirement or disability.
Unemployment Compensation	State Department of Employment Security determines eligibility	Financial protection for employees terminated through no fault of their own.
Direct Deposit	From date of employment	Direct Deposit of payroll checks is mandatory for all employees hired after January 3, 2006. Direct Deposit Form
Cornerstone Financial & Fort Campbell Federal Credit Unions	From date of employment	Loans and other services are available according to Credit Union guidelines. Cornerstone Financial Credit Union Fort Campbell Federal Credit Union
State Employee Discount Program - Tennessee State Parks	From date of employment	Token of appreciation for the support of state employees. Discounts are available without charge to full-time employees on a space and equipment availability basis. http://www.tn.gov/environment/parks/ Contact the Office of Human Resources for additional information.
Season Athletics Tickets	From date of employment	Employees may purchase season athletic tickets at a reduced price. Contact athletic department for additional information. Athletics Season Tickets Information
Parking	From date of employment	Available with purchase of $61 parking decal per year. Decals expire August 31 of every year. Parking Map

The benefits that have been summarized are subject to change. For more detailed information, please refer to the appropriate APSU policy where applicable, or contact the Office of Human Resources for more information. Austin Peay State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.
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