NYSCC Administrators and Tech Specs:
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HEALTH INSURANCE ~ The New York State Health Insurance Program
If effective date of hire 1st -15th, coverage effective the 1st of following month, if effective date of hire 16th-end of month,
coverage effective the 1st of the month after following month.
THE EMPIRE PLAN:
 Empire Blue Cross & Blue Shield (Hospitalization)
 United HealthCare (Physician & Outpatient Services)
 CVS (Prescription Plan)
OTHER PLANS: Information concerning other health benefit options available through New York State are contained in the
CHOICES brochure.
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DENTAL INSURANCE ~ GHI Preferred
Dental coverage is effective the 1st of the month following six full months of employment at no cost to the employee.
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VISION INSURANCE ~ EyeMed
Vision coverage is available the 1st of the month following hire; premiums are the responsibility of the employee.
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HOLIDAYS/PERSONAL DAY
The University designates 12 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday and personal day per year.
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VACATION
Regular, full-time employees accrue 6.06 hours per pay-period for a total of 21 days per year. (Maximum 40 days) After a 3month probationary period, employees are allowed to use available accrued time.
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RETIREMENT PLAN ~ Mandatory for all full-time, professional employees working at least 3 months
A. OPTIONAL RETIREMENT PROGRAM (ORP) ~ Defined Contribution Plan
Employees joining the ORP for the first time will contribute 3% - 6% of his/her annual salary (depending on your salary).
After 366 days of employment, the State will contribute 8% of the employee’s annual salary; including the amount
earned during the first 366 days vesting period. After seven years of employment, the State contribution will increase to
10%. This is administered through TIAA/CREF.
B. EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ERS) ~ Defined Benefit Plan
The employee will contribute 3% - 6% of his/her annual salary (depending on salary); vest after 5 years employment.
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SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN
Employees may also contribute pre-tax dollars to a Supplemental Retirement Annuity to enhance their retirement savings.
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LIFE INSURANCE ~ CIGNA INA Life Insurance Company of New York
The University provides $10,000 basic life and AD&D coverage at no cost to the employee (spouse-$5,000; children-$2,000).
Contributory life insurance is also available for employee, spouse or dependent children. Premiums for Contributory Life are
paid by the employee.
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ACCIDENT INSURANCE ~ CIGNA INA Life Insurance Company of New York
This is optional insurance for employee and dependents; the cost is the responsibility of the employee.
GROUP TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel Accident insurance covers employees traveling on University Business (not including commuting to or from work) at
no cost to the employee.
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SHORT-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE
Regular, full-time employees accrue 6.06 hours per pay-period for a total of 21 days per year. (Maximum 200 days). After a
3-month probationary period, employees are allowed to use available accrued time.
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LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE ~ CIGNA INA Life Insurance Company of New York
A benefit of 60% base pay if determined to be disabled; effective on 1st of month following hire at no cost to employee.
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TUITION REMISSION
Employees, their spouses, and children who meet admission requirements are eligible for a tuition-free undergraduate
education at Alfred University or the New York State College of Ceramics. Employees and their spouses are also eligible to
take graduate level courses as well. (Note: graduate tuition is considered taxable income unless the employee’s graduate level
courses are work related)
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TUITION EXCHANGE
Alfred University participates in TE, Inc., a partnership of 450 colleges which may grant tuition scholarships to dependent
children of regular full-time AU employees. TE Scholarships are competitive awards and therefore not guaranteed. Both AU
and the receiving institution must approve scholarships. The University's credit balance within TE, Inc., years of full-time
service of employee and prior family usage are the primary factors used in determining tuition exchange eligibility. The
University TE Committee is responsible for administering the program and determining such eligibility. Approvals may
change from one to four years.
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FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS ~ Benefit Resources
DEPENDENT CARE and MEDICAL FLEX: These are flexible spending account programs that provide employees with the
opportunity of paying for medical, child care, elder care, or other dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
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PARKING
Parking of employee vehicles is free of charge. Employees must register vehicles with the Public Safety office. Registration
with appropriate permit display, allows employees to park in designated areas. The University will not be held liable for
parking tickets, expenses or losses associated with this benefit.
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IDENTIFICATION CARD
Photos for Alfred University ID cards are taken in the Human Resources Office, Greene Hall. Use of some facilities,
eligibility for a parking sticker or library card, and entrance to certain University activities requires such proof of
identification.
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CAMPUS RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
McLane Center houses a pool and a multipurpose gymnasium with racquetball, basketball, volleyball, tennis courts, etc.
Facilities are available free of charge to Alfred University employees and dependents. The Fitness Center, also located in
McLane Center, is available free for employee use and for a modest fee for their dependents (including spousal equivalents).
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USE OF HERRICK AND SCHOLES LIBRARIES
With the employee ID card, library privileges, including circulation and reference services, are available free of charge.
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EMAIL ADDRESS
Employees are issued an e-mail address free of charge upon orientation. Email is the official means of communication at
Alfred University; therefore, all employees must use their Alfred University account.
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PAYROLL
Employees are paid every other Friday on a two week lagged payroll. Depending on your start date within a pay-period, you
may have to wait up to 5 weeks before receiving your first full paycheck. Monthly attendance reports are required to be
submitted to track any benefit time taken.
The University reserves the right to amend, delete or change the cost arrangements of any benefit plan, or part thereof,
any time, at its sole discretion, and without prior notice to employees or retirees. In addition, the University offers no
guarantee or warranty of benefits to employees or retirees.
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