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Benefit Enhancement Credit (Article 19)
The following chart shows Tier 1 and 2 members how much additional service credit they will receive under Benefit Enhancement (Article 19) legislation adopted in 2000. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] If eligible, a member would receive one-twelfth of a year in enhancement credit for each year of their service credit at retirement, up to a maximum of two years of enhancement credit. It is not necessary to purchase this additional credit or file a special form; it is credited automa...https://www.nystrs.org/active-members/benefits/service-retirement/benefit-enhancement-credit-article-19/
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Becoming a NYSTRS Employee
Learn more about our hiring process. Contact Us 518-447-2906 [email protected] After You ApplyWhen an application is received to a posting on our applicant portal, the following steps take place in the recruitment process:All applications are reviewed by a member of the HR recruitment team to determine that their work experience and education meets the minimum qualifications as stated in the posting.Qualified applicants are transitioned to the search committee for review.Upon the search com...https://www.nystrs.org/careers/becoming-a-nystrs-employee/
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Accessibility
NYSTRS is committed to ensuring this website is accessible for all visitors, including people with disabilities, and develops content to be operative with adaptive technologies.The Retirement System routinely monitors requirements related to website compliance. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are an internationally recognized set of guidelines for digital accessibility. This website is in compliance with WCAG 2.0, with the majority of the site meeting WCAG 2.1 A.NYSTRS will co...https://www.nystrs.org/accessibility/
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Retirement Planning
Retirement planning doesn't have to be complicated. NYSTRS provides a variety of tools and services to help you. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] Ready to Retire If you’re getting ready to retire, this is your one-stop shop for all items related to the NYSTRS retirement process. Benefits Consultations An important part of your retirement planning, consultations enable you to ask questions about your specific situation. Pension & Retirement Education Program PREP sessions are design...https://www.nystrs.org/retirement-planning/
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Reporting of Earnings FAQs
Find answers to many common questions about how to properly report earnings. ESA Login Log in to Employer Secure Area 1. How do districts submit their monthly report to NYSTRS?Districts should submit their monthly report online via the Employer Secure Area (ESA). The employer reporting interface in the ESA is designed to help employers reduce record checking and correspondence with the System that is required when your employees retire. The format includes reporting: directly from your payrol...https://www.nystrs.org/employers/reporting-of-earnings-faqs/
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Glossary
Accelerated Death Benefit is a payment that members may receive if they qualify for a disability retirement benefit and have either a) a terminal illness resulting in a life expectancy of no more than 12 months or b) a medical condition requiring extraordinary care or treatment. This benefit equals the death benefit that would have been paid if a member died on the last day of reportable service. It would be paid in lieu of both a monthly retirement benefit and a death benefit paid to a benef...https://www.nystrs.org/library/general-reference/glossary/
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Pending Legislation
A bill that alters public pension benefits must be initiated by the State Legislature, approved by both the Assembly and Senate, and signed into law by the governor.NYSTRS constantly monitors pending legislation that would affect the retirement benefits of our members. At this time, there is no such pending legislation.https://www.nystrs.org/legislation/pending-legislation/
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Infographics
Snapshots of our financial strength and demographics. Get to Know NYSTRS A snapshot of who we are, and how we’re governed and funded. NYSTRS Finances Get the facts on NYSTRS’ finances. The bottom line: NYSTRS is one of the best-funded public pension plans in the nation. It is secure and sustainable. The Pension Dollar The NYSTRS pension dollar shows how the System is funded. NYSTRS Modeling Excellence The numbers tell the story: NYSTRS is healthy, efficient and sustainable. A Secure and Susta...https://www.nystrs.org/library/infographics/
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Service Credit & Contributions | Build Service Credit | Types of Service
Your total service credit impacts your eligibility for NYSTRS benefits. Learn what types of service build your credit and helps reach service milestones.https://www.nystrs.org/active-members/service-credit-contributions/
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Corporate Governance & Proxy Voting
The System is committed to responsible corporate governance. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] Shareholder responsibility is fundamental to good corporate governance.NYSTRS’ shareholder voting rights are managed with the same care as its other assets. Toward that end, the Board has a formal proxy voting policy.Our Proxy Voting Policy is outlined in the Responsible Stewardship Policy in our Investment Policy Manual.NYSTRS engages an independent proxy advisor to provide vote execution...https://www.nystrs.org/investments/corporate-governance-proxy-voting/