New Hire Benefits Guide
A. Retirement Plans
Mandatory FRS Retirement Plan (Must Select One)
You are required to enroll in one of the following retirement plans:
- Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan
- Florida Retirement System (FRS) Investment Plan
- State University System Optional Retirement Program (SUSORP)
Resources:
- Website:
- MyFRS Financial Guidance: 1‑866‑446‑9377 (select option 1 to speak with an unbiased financial planner)
Important Deadlines:
- SUSORP: Must enroll within the first 90 days of employment
- FRS Pension or Investment: Election must be completed by 4:00 p.m. on the last business day of the 8th month following your month of hire
Voluntary Retirement Plans (Optional – Enroll at Any Time)
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¼ø»Æʦapp Sponsored 403(b) Plan
Enroll directly with a provider: 403(b) Plan Providers -
State of Florida Sponsored 457(b) Plan
Enrollment through the Florida Department of Financial Services:
B. State of Florida Benefits – People First
People First is the Benefits Administrator for the State of Florida.
- Must enroll within the first 60 days of hire date
- You will receive your People First ID and password by mail
Enrollment Website:
Phone: (866) 663‑4735
Service Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Helpful Links:
Annual Open Enrollment
Open enrollment takes place each October, allowing you to change plans, select different coverage, or choose new providers.
C. Other ¼ø»Æʦapp Sponsored Benefits
These benefits are not administered through the State of Florida or People First. For enrollment forms or additional information, contact the Benefits & Retirement Office.
- Term Life and AD&D –
- Disability Insurance –
- Pet Insurance Alternative –
D. ¼ø»Æʦapp Discounts and Perks
Visit Discounts & Perks to access savings in the following categories:
- Automotive
- Dining
- Electronics
- Entertainment and Sports
- Finance
- Health & Wellness
- Miscellaneous (including Childcare and Owl Perks)
- Shopping
- Travel
- Wireless
E. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
¼ø»Æʦapp offers confidential support through .
Username: ¼ø»Æʦapp
Password: EAP
- Counseling: 5 sessions per concern
- Talkspace Virtual Therapy: 5 sessions per concern
- Mind Companion Self‑Care: self‑paced digital well‑being program
- Legal Services: one 30‑minute consultation with a network attorney
- Financial Services: one 30‑minute phone consultation with a money coach
- Identity Theft Support: 60‑minute phone consultation with a fraud resolution specialist
Contact Information
¼ø»Æʦapp – Benefits and Retirement Office
Department of Human Resources
Building IS‑4, Second Floor
777 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Email: benefits@fau.edu