State Correction Officers and Security Hospital Treatment Assistants Plan

For ERS Tier 1 and 2 Members (Section 89)

State Correction Officers and Security Hospital Treatment Assistants Plan
For ERS Tier 1 and 2 Members (Section 89)

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Once you have accrued five years of credited service, you will be vested. This means you have earned the right to receive a retirement benefit, even if you leave public employment.

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You can begin receiving your vested retirement benefit when you reach age 55.

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The amount of your vested benefit is based on your service and your earnings when you were an active member.

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Vesting is automatic — you do not have to fill out any paperwork or file an application to become vested. However, you will need to file a retirement application to begin receiving your vested benefit.