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Retirement & Medicare

Please note: URS does not contract with or endorse any third-party for the purpose of retirement insurance, or investment advising.

We advise members to be wary of providing private financial or other protected information unless certain they're working with a URS representative, call 801-366-7700 to verify.

Resources

Benefits

Human Resources

385-468-0580

Fax: 385-468-0573

2001 S State St , Ste N4-700
Salt Lake City, Utah 84190

Monday - Friday
8AM - 5PM

New URS Member Portal Launched March 30

Each URS member has been issued a new member ID number. You will need this to access the new system. If you didn't grab your number before the blackout period, please email Benefits.

An exciting change to Salt Lake County's retirement plan lineup is the addition of Roth 401k and Roth 457b options! Enrollment in these new plans can happen any time during the year.

Money deferred to a Roth is taxed now, but the earnings on those funds can be tax-free in retirement. Roth allows additional ways to diversify in your overall retirement plan.

URS has compiled answers to questions about Roth 401k and Roth 457b in this Frequently Asked Questions handout.

For additional learning, visit the URS Roths page to find videos and registration for upcoming webinars (April 29, May 18).

URS Roths
URS Roth 401(k)/457(b) FAQ

The launch on March 30 will impact 500+ employers across Utah and there will be a learning curve for us all. Your access to make changes should be available on Monday, but it may take some time to see some status changes or payroll data updates. We appreciate your patience with URS and Benefits as we undertake this large transition. If you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to Benefits by email or calling 385-468-0580.

Medicare & PEHP Medicare Supplement

If your most recent hire date is prior to December 31, 2012, you may be eligible for a county subsidy for the PEHP Medicare Supplement plan when you turn age 65.

The Benefits Team is unable to give you advice about Medicare eligibility or coverage, but here are several resources.

Not sure about Medicare? Contact 800-633-4227. You may be automatically enrolled in Medicare if you are receiving disability benefits through Social Security OR are receiving Social Security benefits. If you're not sure, we advise you to contact Medicare at the number above or contact County Aging and Adult Services.

PEHP Medicare Supplement Plans and Rates

Follow this link to PEHP.org for more details on Medicare supplement Plans and Rates.
Aging & Adult Services
Medicare.gov
My Medicare Login
Deciding to Enroll?
Nearing Age 65 and Looking for Answers?
Over 65 and Planning to Retire?

Utah Retirement Systems (URS) Online Enrollment

Step 1: Contact URS

  • Contact URS 1-3 months before retirement date and request a packet.
  • URS is available to discuss your options at 801-366-7700.
  • URS Also Offers Individual Retirement Planning Sessions are also available through video conferencing or over the phone.

Step 2: Choose Your Retirement Date

  • Work with your Division and the HR Benefits Team regarding your retirement date and review HR Policy 4-900: Retirement.
  • Contact HR Benefits at 385-468-0580 to schedule a retirement meeting to discuss your benefits and next steps in the process.

If you wish to buy out years of service contact URS at 801-366-7770 for a cost calculation

URS Open Enrollment
URS Employee Retirement Guide

Review URS Guide for Employees Who Plan to Retire Soon!!
URS Publications

Still have questions About Your Benefits? Find answers at our online library.
Attend a free URS Seminar

Step 1: Contact URS

  • Contact URS 1-3 months before retirement date and request a packet.
  • URS is available to discuss your options at 801-366-7700.

Review the URS Guide for employees who plan to retire soon.

It provides a high-level overview of some of the steps you'll take and decisions you'll make as you prepare to retire.

URS also offers individual retirement planning sessions are also available through video conferencing or over the phone.

Step 2: Choose Your Retirement Date

Work with your Division and the HR Benefits Team regarding your retirement date and review HR Policy 4-900: Retirement.

Contact HR Benefits at 385-468-0580 to schedule a retirement meeting to discuss your benefits and next steps in the process.

Still have questions about your benefits? Find answers at our online library or attend a free URS seminar!

If you wish to buy out years of service

Contact URS at 801-366-7770 for a cost calculation.

Retiring Soon
URS Retirement Guide for Employees
Meet with a URS Retirement Planning Advisor
4-900: Retirement
URS Publications

Still have questions About Your Benefits? Find answers at our online library.
URS Member Seminars

Utah Retirement Systems

801-366-7770

Make a Commitment to a Brighter Future

Enough time can turn even modest savers into millionaires. Make a commitment to start investing now in a URS Savings Plan.

  • Enroll at myURS.
  • Contribute directly from your paycheck. If you're already contributing, consider saving more.
  • Have old accounts from previous employers? Simplify your life and enjoy many benefits by rolling over old accounts to URS.
URS Savings Plans
Enroll at my URS
Roll Over Old Accounts to URS
Investment Options and Savings Plans

All changes to your retirement need to be made through the URS system.

Please be sure to visit the URS site and login to your account to make changes

Utah Retirement Systems (URS)

Former Employees & Retirees

COBRA coverage is offered to employees who leave the County because of voluntary resignation, retirement, or termination from the plan (due to divorce, age, or death of an employee). For more information about COBRA rates, coverage, or how to enroll, contact HR Benefits.

Employees Guide to Health Benefits Under COBRA