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| 2011 Open Enrollment Information There are some significant changes that will take place for Open Enrollment this year. The County will be introducing an online enrollment system that all employees will use to make their benefit elections for 2011 and in order to comply with IRS regulations, all employees will be required to verify that any individual they are electing to cover under the County’s plans is an “eligible” spouse/domestic partner/child/dependent... more>> | |
| Catastrophic Leave The Catastrophic Leave Policy is designed to assist employees who have exhausted paid time credits due to a serious or catastrophic illness, injury or condition of the employee or his/her extended family. more>> | |
| Child Care The County has one on-site child care center at the County Government Center in Redwood City. In addition, the County has established relationships with two additional child care providers in the County more>> | |
| Deferred Compensation Deferred Compensation permits full-time and permanent part-time employees (working 20 or more hours per week), on a voluntary basis, to authorize a portion of salary to be withheld and invested for payment at a later date upon termination or retirement. more>> | |
| Dental Plans San Mateo County employees may choose from two dental plans. more>> | |
| Disability Benefits The County offers Short Term Disability Insurance to employees who are not enrolled in State Disability Insurance (SDI). more>> | |
| Employee Assistance Program The Employee Assistance Program offers access to confidential counseling and referral services to assist you or members of your family in handling problems related to work, personal relationships, finances, drug and alcohol problems, or other life concerns. more>> | |
| Employee Health & Fitness Programs
The San Mateo County Employee Health & Fitness Program is an employee service designed to promote your health & well being through a variety of health, fitness and educational programs. As a County employee, retiree or family member, you are encouraged to take an active role in taking good care of your health. One way is to participate in the Employee Health & Fitness activities offered at your work-site. You can attend many employee health programs on County time at little or no cost to you.
Visit www.co.sanmateo.ca.us/hr/hf to see the classes and events that are being offered by Health and Fitness. more>> |
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| Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside funds on a pre-tax basis to reimburse yourself for eligible out-of-pocket dependent care or medical expenses. more>> | |
| Life Insurance The County offers two kinds of life insurance benefits through Standard Life Insurance Company: Basic Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance. more>> | |
| Medical Plans San Mateo County offers three medical plans. more>> | |
| Retiree Benefits Information on benefits options for retirees and employees planning retirement more>> | |
| Telecommuting The County’s Telecommuting Program allows employees, with supervisor and Department Head approval, to work from home or a remote location. more>> | |
| Tuition Coach“Tuition Coach” is a unique and important college preparatory service available to all County employees at no cost. This program is designed to help employees with high school age children explore their college options and maximize their financial assistance. more>> | |
| Tuition Reimbursement If you are interested in enhancing your skills through training or education, the County Tuition Reimbursement Program can help with the cost. more>> | |
| Vision Plan The County provides comprehensive vision insurance for all County Employees through Vision Service Plan (VSP) more>> | |
| Voluntary Time Off (VTO) The Voluntary Time Off (VTO) Policy is designed to provide flexible working hours for County employees. more>> | |
| Workplace Mediation Program Mediation is a voluntary, confidential, collaborative problem solving process used as an alternative for resolving conflicts in the workplace. It is a process facilitated by trained mediators. It is a tool that promotes better understanding and assists employees and employers in reaching mutually satisfying solutions in workplace disputes. A partnership between San Mateo County Human Resources Department and The Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center. more>> | |
| Employee Benefits Change Form Use this form to change your benefits more>> | |
| 2011 Open Enrollment Information There are some significant changes that will take place for Open Enrollment this year. The County will be introducing an online enrollment system that all employees will use to make their benefit elections for 2011 and in order to comply with IRS regulations, all employees will be required to verify that any individual they are electing to cover under the County’s plans is an “eligible” spouse/domestic partner/child/dependent... more>> | |
| Maternity Leave Fact Sheet Answers to Frequently Asked Questions regarding Maternity Leave. Updated April 15, 2010 more>> | |
| Expectant Parent's Handbook (PDF) This handbook is designed to assist employees who will be welcoming a new baby or adopted child into their families. This is an exciting time in your life. We want to help answer some of the questions you may have about your benefits and what decisions you will need to make before, during and after your baby comes home. We've also included a list of resources for you to contact if you need additional information. CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES!!! Updated January 2009 more>> | |
| Maternity Leave Powerpoint Presentation Parental Leave/Disability Toolkit: Almost everything expectant Moms, Dads, Partners, Employees need to know about Leave of Absence more>> | |
Benefit summaries for Bargaining Units | |
| 2011 Open Enrollment Information There are some significant changes that will take place for Open Enrollment this year. The County will be introducing an online enrollment system that all employees will use to make their benefit elections for 2011 and in order to comply with IRS regulations, all employees will be required to verify that any individual they are electing to cover under the County’s plans is an “eligible” spouse/domestic partner/child/dependent... more>> | |
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AFSCME Benefits at a Glance American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) more>> |
| Attorney Benefits at a glance | |
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BCTC Benefits at a glance Building and Construction Trades Council (BCTC) more>> |
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CNA Benefits at a glance California Nurses Association (CNA) more>> |
| Confidential Employees Benefits at a glance | |
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DSA Benefits at a glance Deputy Sheriff's Association (DSA) more>> |
| Extra Help Employee Benefits at a glance | |
| LEU Benefits at a glance Law Enforcement Unit (LEU) more>> | |
| Management Benefits at a glance | |
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OSS Benefits at a glance Organization of Sheriff's Sergeants (OSS) more>> |
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PDA Benefits at a glance Probation and Detention Association (PDA) more>> |
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SEIU Benefits at a glance Service Employees International Union (SEIU) more>> |
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SMCCE Benefits at a glance San Mateo County Council of Engineers (SMCCE) more>> |
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UAPD Benefits at a glance Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) more>> |
New...
- Our phone number has changed! 650-363-1919
- Check out our new monthly Employee Wellness E-Newsletter!
- New FSA Vendor: Benesyst
- Member site for Deferred Compensation
- Benefits-At-A-Glance for Bargaining Units
