We understand that communication can sometimes be difficult when our departments are so spread out. We also understand that our employees are not always able to readily access the forms and information they need when they need them. We are striving to provide employees with better accessibility to the information that affects them and have therefore created this section, especially for Houston County employees.
Employees are encouraged to email Sheri Garner, Personnel Director, with questions, comments, or suggestions regarding the Employee Resources section of our website.
Houston County Commission offers some of the best coverage available to our full-time employees. Below is a list of plan information links to better assist you. Please note that if you have insurance coverage changes to be made such as marriage, divorce or birth of a child, you will have to contact the Personnel Office at 334-677-4777
Medical & Dental
Vision
Sunlife Insurance - Term Life Insurance
Life insurance coverage in the amount of $15,000 is provided by the County for full-time employees. Additional coverage for employees, spouses, and child(ren) is available for a low rate based on age.
FSA (Flexible Spending Account) & DCA (Dependent Care Account)
Eligible each January for full-time employees, a flexible spending account is an employer-sponsored benefit that allows you to pay for eligible medical expenses on a pre-tax basis. A Dependent Care Account works the same way for child care expenses, such as daycare costs. If you currently have an FSA card and need to check your balance or would like to order from the FSA Online Store, please click the FSA link under the Create an Account section below.
Employee Assistance Program
Our EAP is a free and confidential program for all Houston County Employees. This program provides free benefits to include counseling services, financial consultation, and legal consultation.
Retirement Systems of Alabama
Houston County Commission is a participating agency with The Employees' Retirement System of Alabama. Service retirement benefits are available to members who cease ERS-covered employment and meet minimum service and/or age requirements. The monthly retirement benefit is paid for life without interruption unless there is a return to full-time employment with an ERS or TRS agency, or to temporary employment in excess of the limits to be described under Postretirement Employment. Your application for service retirement must be submitted at least 30 days and not more than 90 days prior to your requested retirement date. If you have questions regarding your benefits or to set an appointment regarding retirement, please contact Anisa at 334-677-4736.
When planning for retirement, please review this important information.
- Notice of Intent to Retire
- RSA Forms
- RSA Counselling Appointments
- RSA Seminars
- A free full-day, Retirement Preparation Seminar is available for ERS members within 5 years of retirement eligibility to help you plan your retirement with confidence.
- A free half-day, Early to Mid-Career Seminar for ERS members who have 1 to 19 years of service is designed to help you start planning early for a successful and rewarding retirement.
- Retirement Calculators
- RSA-1 Forms
RSA-1 is a powerful tool to help you reach your retirement dreams. As a supplement to other retirement benefits or savings that you may have, this voluntary plan allows you to save and invest extra money for retirement that is tax-deferred. Not only will you defer taxes immediately, but your contributions and any earnings will also grow on a tax-deferred basis as well. The RSA-1 Plan is an Internal Revenue Code Section 457 deferred compensation plan for public employees.
The best way to know all about your benefits and receive the fastest service is by creating a personalized account. Direct links are listed below for each benefit you can have an account with. Most sites listed below also have mobile APPs available to add to your device for quick access to your benefits.
Please contact Payroll directly at 334-677-4736 if you have changes to your direct deposit.
The forms and process for completing an FMLA application have changed. If you are applying for FMLA, please complete the "Leave Request Form" and contact Sheri (334-677-4778) or Anisa (334-677-4736) in Personnel for a packet.
Please contact the Personnel Office directly at 334-677-4778.
