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HEALTH INSURANCE ~ The New York Health Insurance Program
If date of hire 1st -15th, coverage effective the 1st of following month, if 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 hours every pay-period for a total of 10 days per year for the first three years
of service, a total of 15 days for the fourth through fourteenth years of service and 20 days for fifteen years of
service and beyond. After an initial 3 month probationary period, employees may use accrued time.
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RETIREMENT PLAN ~ Mandatory for all full-time employees
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.
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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
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Employees accrue hours each pay-period of sick leave totaling 18 days per year; provided they work a majority of
the workdays. (Maximum 200 days) After an initial 3 month probationary period, employees may use any accrued
sick 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; eligible on effective date of 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
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 payperiod, you may have to wait up to 5 weeks before receiving a full paycheck. Attendance reports are required to be
submitted to record your time worked and 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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