E-MAIL MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS — February 23, 2015 TO: Certifying Officers, Police and Firemen's Retirement System FROM: The New Jersey Division of Pensions and Benefits SUBJECT: EPIC PFRS Enrollment Application The Division of Pensions and Benefits is pleased to announce that all locations can now enroll Police and Firemen’s Retirement System (PFRS) members online via the Employer Pension and Benefit Information Connection (EPIC). This memorandum is a follow up to the Certifying Officer Letter dated November 5, 2014. When an employee is eligible to become a member of the PFRS, log on to EPIC and select the online ‘PFRS Enrollment’ button. Paper Enrollment Applications mailed to the Division of Pensions and Benefits will be returned to you for processing through EPIC, with the exception of paper applications accompanied by an Application for Interfund Transfer. DISTRIBUTION OF THIS LETTER Certifying Officers should forward this message to their human resources staff, benefit administrators, and any other staff members responsible for the administration of pension benefits for employees. If you need to review previous e-messages, they are available on the Division’s Web site at: http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions At the home page, go to “Online Services — Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC)” and then on the EPIC page select “Archive of E-Messages.” Please note: It is important that the Certifying Officer’s e-mail address is kept current with the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) to assure the accurate and timely delivery of this information. Update your information using the Employer Demographics application in EPIC. E-MAIL MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS — February 12, 2015 TO: Certifying Officers, State Monthly Employers and State Biweekly Employers FROM: The New Jersey Division of Pensions and Benefits SUBJECT: NJWELL - Year 2 Webinar for Employers on 2/18 The Division of Pensions and Benefits is pleased to announce the 2015 NJWELL program/Year 2 webinar for employers will be presented on Wednesday, February 18. Topics covered will include: • Year 2 Program Overview Please register for NJWELL- Year 2 Overview- State Biweekly and State Monthly on February 18, 2015, 12:00 PM EST at: DISTRIBUTION OF THIS MESSAGE Certifying Officers should forward this message to their human resources staff, benefit administrators, and any other staff members responsible for the administration of benefits for employees. If you need to review previous e-messages, they are available on the Division’s Web site at: http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions At the home page, go to “Online Services — Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC)” and then on the EPIC page select “Archive of E-Messages.” Please note: It is important that the Certifying Officer’s e-mail address is kept current with the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) to assure the accurate and timely delivery of this information. Update your information using the Employer Demographics application in EPIC. E-MAIL MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS — February 12, 2015 TO: Certifying Officers, Local Education Employers and Local Government Employers FROM: The New Jersey Division of Pensions and Benefits SUBJECT: NJWELL - Year 2 Webinar for Employers on 2/18 The Division of Pensions and Benefits is pleased to announce the 2015 NJWELL program/Year 2 webinar for employers will be presented on Wednesday, February 18. Topics covered will include: Please register for NJWELL- Year 2 Overview- Local Gov and Local Ed Employers on February 18, 2015, 10:00 AM EST at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6054957022419800834 This is a live, interactive web presentation regarding year 2 of the NJWELL program, designed for Local Government and Local Education employers participating in the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) and School Employees Health Benefits Program (SEHBP) as well as employees designated as Wellness Champions. Get familiar with year 2 of NJWELL and learn how to help your employees, coworkers and their covered spouses/partners earn financial incentives for making healthy choices. Employers with high participation rates in 2015 receive a discount on their 2016 SHBP/SEHBP premiums! Attendees will be given an overview of year 2 of the program and the different activities that earn employees points towards financial incentives. Space is limited, register now! After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Brought to you by GoToWebinar® DISTRIBUTION OF THIS MESSAGE Certifying Officers should forward this message to their human resources staff, benefit administrators, and any other staff members responsible for the administration of benefits for employees. If you need to review previous e-messages, they are available on the Division’s Web site at: http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions At the home page, go to “Online Services — Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC)” and then on the EPIC page select “Archive of E-Messages.” Please note: It is important that the Certifying Officer’s e-mail address is kept current with the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) to assure the accurate and timely delivery of this information. Update your information using the Employer Demographics application in EPIC. E-MAIL MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS — February 10, 2015 TO: Certifying Officers, Local Education Employers, Local Government Employers, and State Employers FROM: The New Jersey Division of Pensions and Benefits, Benefits Education SUBJECT: Employer Training Sessions Available The Division of Pensions and Benefits is pleased to announce our updated employer training via webinar. These webinars will be offered quarterly for Local Education Employers, Local Government Employers, and State Employers. Each employer training session is comprised of two parts with the exception of State Employers, which is a single session. In order to provide the most up-to-date and comprehensive learning experience, we suggest you attend the training in scheduled order, keeping in mind the prerequisites and recommendations for future training opportunities. Register at: http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions/training-intro.shtml NOTE: These are NOT a substitute for the enrollment training required by Chapter 52 P.L. 2011. The descriptions and dates of the webinars offered are as follows: LOCAL EDUCATION EMPLOYER TRAINING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2015 – 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: PENSION PROCESSING for Local Education Employers — Part 1 Enrollments Overview, Benefits Overview and Online Systems: This employer training session covers enrollment rules and procedures for PERS, TPAF and DCRP and presents a brief overview of the benefits of each of the plans. We introduce the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) where employers can access employees' pension account information for processing and inquiry. We also introduce the Member Benefits Online System (MBOS), which allows employees and retirees to access their own accounts. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL TRAINING: Pension Processing/EPIC Local Education - Part 2; and Internet Report of Contributions (IROC). TUESDAY MARCH 3, 2015 – 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: PENSION PROCESSING for Local Education Employers — Part 2 Employer Responsibilities: Pension Processing/Employer Pension Information Connection (EPIC) – PREREQUISITE: Pension Processing Local Education - Part 1. This employer training session provides training on the employer's responsibility in the pension and benefit process including purchase of service credit, loans, retirement, health benefits and death claims and how to use the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) for these tasks. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL TRAINING: Internet Report of Contributions (IROC). LOCAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYER TRAINING THURSDAY MARCH 12, 2015 – 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: PENSION PROCESSING for Local Government Employers — Part 1 Enrollments Overview, Benefits Overview, and Online Systems: This employer training session covers enrollment rules and procedures for PERS, TPAF and DCRP and presents a brief overview of the benefits of each of the plans. We introduce the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) where employers can access employees' pension account information for processing and inquiry. We also introduce the Member Benefits Online System (MBOS), which allows employees and retirees to access their own accounts. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL TRAINING: Pension Processing/EPIC Local Government - Part 2; and Internet Report of Contributions (IROC). THURSDAY MARCH 19, 2015 – 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: PENSION PROCESSING for Local Government Employers — Part 2 Employer Responsibilities: Pension Processing/Employer Pension Information Connection (EPIC): PREREQUISITE: Pension Processing Local Government - Part 1. This employer training session provides training on the employer's responsibility in the pension and benefit process including purchase of service credit, loans, retirement, health benefits and death claims and how to use the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) for these tasks. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL TRAINING: Internet Report of Contributions (IROC). STATE DEPARTMENT/AGENCY EMPLOYER TRAINING TUESDAY MARCH 24, 2015 – 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: PENSION PROCESSING for State Employers Enrollment Overview, Benefits Overview, Employer Responsibilities and Online Systems: This employer training session covers enrollment rules and procedures for PERS, TPAF and DCRP and presents a brief overview of the benefits of each of the plans. We introduce the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) where employers can access employees' pension account information for processing and inquiry. We also introduce the Member Benefits Online System (MBOS), which allows employees and retirees to access their own accounts. Unlike training for Local Education and Local Government Employers, this training for State Employers is only one session. Do not reply to this e-mail message or mailbox -- Incoming messages cannot be received. If you have questions or concerns about the content of this message, contact the Division of Pensions and Benefits at: pensions.nj@treas.state.nj.us or go to: https://www.state.nj.us/treas/pensions/pensionmail.shtml CERTIFYING OFFICER LETTER— January 23, 2015 TO: Certifying Officers of the Judicial Retirement System (JRS), the Workers’ Compensation Judges (WCJ) Part of the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), and the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) FROM: The New Jersey Division of Pensions and Benefits SUBJECT: Special Provisions Related to JRS, PERS Judges of Workers’ Compensation, PERS Administrative Law Judges and Bona Fide Severance of Employment The attached Certifying Officer letter supplements that of August 22, 2014, and addresses the special provisions for retired members of the Judicial Retirement System (JRS), the Workers’ Compensation Judges Part of the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), Judges of Workers’ Compensation enrolled in the standard PERS and Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) enrolled in the PERS in regards to post-retirement employment. DISTRIBUTION OF THIS LETTER Certifying Officers should forward this message to their human resources staff, benefit administrators, and any other staff members responsible for the administration of pension and health benefits for employees. If you need to review previous e-messages, they are available on the Division’s Web site at: http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions At the home page, go to “Online Services — Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC)” and then on the EPIC page select “Archive of E-Messages.” Please note: It is important that the Certifying Officer’s e-mail address is kept current with the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) to assure the accurate and timely delivery of this information. Update your information using the Employer Demographics application in EPIC. E-MAIL MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS — January 16, 2015 TO: Certifying Officers, Human Resource Representatives, and Benefit Administrators FROM: The New Jersey Division of Pensions and Benefits SUBJECT: 2015 Retirement Workshops for PERS, TPAF, and PFRS Please make this information available to your employees. The Division of Pensions and Benefits has scheduled new dates for Retirement Workshops designed for employees who plan to retire anytime within the next two years. Both live classroom sessions and online webinars are available. Reserve a seat now! Register at: http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions/workshop-intro.shtml New Location: Please note our new central New Jersey location at NJ Department of Transportation, Ewing, NJ New Times: Please note we have added several late afternoon classes at Willingboro Public Library, Willingboro, NJ Retirement Workshops provide a step-by-step look at the retirement process. We explain retirement benefits, beneficiary options, group life insurance, and how to submit the retirement application online using MBOS. Loan repayment provisions and the taxability of pension are discussed along with health benefits coverage in retirement. As time permits, the workshop concludes with a question and answer period. Retirement Workshops for PERS and TPAF Members
Retirement Workshops for PFRS Members
Register early, as seats are limited http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions/workshop-intro.shtml DISTRIBUTION OF THIS MESSAGE Certifying Officers should make this information available to their employees, and forward this message to their Human Resources staff, benefit administrators, and any other staff members responsible for the administration of pension and benefits for employees. Please note: It is important that the Certifying Officer’s e-mail address is kept current with the Employer Pensions and Benefits Information Connection (EPIC) to assure the accurate and timely delivery of this information. Update your information using the Employer Demographics application in EPIC.
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Last Updated: February 23, 2015