If there is a question as to whether an individual is an employee required to contribute to SERS, request a formal membership determination.
With the request, include:
SERS may request additional information if needed.
After reviewing the information, SERS will make an initial determination.
Questioning a Determination
If the initial determination is questioned, the employer or the individual may submit additional information for review.
SERS staff will then make a final membership determination.
Once the final determination is made, an appeal may be taken to the SERS Retirement Board.
The Board is then responsible for making the final determination of the individual’s employee status.
All decisions by the Board are final.
If the employee is determined to hold a SERS-covered position and contributions need to be submitted for a previous year, submit the earnings information within 30 days using the Certification of Salary for Non-Contributing Service form.
The district will receive a compulsory service credit billing that includes:
The liability will be available in the Payment Remittance application on eSERS.
Once the cost is calculated, payment must be received no later than June 15, or the cost is subject to additional interest.
Failure to certify the earnings will result in a charge based on estimated figures.
If the determination is for the current fiscal year, the contribution will be entered into eSERS as soon as possible to avoid a compulsory charge.
If you have questions about your employer responsibilities or need assistance with eSERS, contact Employer Services at 877-213-0861.
