Welcome to IFAS!
There are several important items in this message:
- Please see our website for helpful resources: IFAS Human Resources
- IFAS Acronyms that will guide you as you navigate IFAS.
- Getting Connected to UF-IFAS - Onboarding Tips
Welcome to IFAS - SVP Scott Angle (video)
Welcome to CALS - Dean Elaine Turner (video)
Welcome to Extension - Dean Andra Johnson (video)
Welcome to Research - Dean Rob Gilbert (video)
New TEAMS Enrollment Information
As a newly hired TEAMS member, you have 60 days from your hire date to complete benefit elections for the State Benefits (administered by People First) and/or the UF Select benefits (administered by the University of Florida). The links provided below will help you determine which benefit plans will fit your needs the best.
Should you not enroll during the 60-day new hire enrollment window, the next opportunity to enroll in benefits will be during open enrollment which occurs during select times in October of every year.
If you have a Qualifying Status Change (QSC) event that results in a gain or loss of eligibility for coverage, you have 60 days (unless otherwise noted) from the date of the event to make changes to your benefits by contacting People First (State Benefits) or UF/IFAS HR (UF Select benefits or GatorCare Health).
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Benefit Package
Benefit Package for TEAMS Employees Webpage – carefully review all options before enrolling to ensure you have signed up for the plan you intended to and avoid duplication of coverage.
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Benefit Premiums
- State Benefits are prepaid 30-days in advance and coverage will start the first day of the month after premiums are paid.
- UF Select Benefits are paid the month of coverage and coverage will be retroactive to your hire date.
There will be a doubling of premiums to make up for any missed payrolls
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Benefit Enrollment Guides
Benefit Enrollment Guides Webpage
- State Benefits / People First Portal Link
- Typically, your People First Log in ID number can be found in your myUFL account 48 hours after activated go to Main Menu >My Self Service >Benefits >PFID and Beneficiary Info.
- People First Customer Service Number - 866-663-4735
- Go to Main Menu > My Self Service > Benefits > Benefits Enrollment
- Select ‘New Hire’ event and follow the prompts
- UF Select Benefits / myUFL portal Link (Main Menu >My Self Service >Benefits >Benefits Enrollment)
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State Retirement Plans
State Retirement Plans Webpage
Mandated to participate in a State Retirement Plan: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Investment, FRS Pension or the State University System Optional Retirement Program (SUSORP) (Salaried Employees only). Detailed information about each of those plans can be found at the links below:
- SUSORP Website (Salaried TEAMS members only)
- FRS Pension Plan (July 2024) (Salaried and Hourly TEAMS members)
- FRS Investment Plan (Salaried and Hourly TEAMS members)
- A helpful comparison booklet of all three retirement plans can be found on the Florida Retirement System website
SUSORP ENROLLMENT STEPS (Salaried members only)
- Select a provider from the SUSORP Provider List (2024) and establish an SUSORP contract with that provider (contact a local provider for an appointment)
- Complete sections I and III of the ORP-ENROLL Form (2024) – The middle column (required) total must be 5.14% and column on right hand side is Voluntary/Optional.
- Email completed ORP-ENROLL form to Benefits@ufl.edu (without SSN)
FRS INVESTMENT or FRS PENSION PLAN ENROLLMENT steps:
- Complete sections I and II of the ORP-ENROLL Form and email the ORP-ENROLL form to Benefits@ufl.edu (without SSN)
- Complete the ELE-Form and fax to the FRS Plan Choice Administrator at 1-888-310-5559
State Retirement Plan enrollment must be completed within 90 days from your date of hire.
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Voluntary Savings Account
Voluntary Savings Account Webpage
You may voluntarily contribute to the UF 403(b) and/or the Florida Deferred Compensation 457 plan up to each plan’s separate IRS limit.
Participation in voluntary retirement plan(s) is not subject to ‘Benefits Open Enrollment’ limitations – you can start, change, or stop contributions at any time. The employer does not contribute to these plans. Both plans are intended to supplement your State Retirement Plan or act as a stand-alone plan.
- Other helpful links