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VACCINE UPDATE: Caldwell County Health Department has depleted its state allotment of COVID-19 vaccine for initial doses. Vaccine is available for those scheduled to receive their second dose at the Health Department. Read more

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905 West Avenue NW, Lenoir, NC 28645
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Benefits

Caldwell County is pleased to provide this Summary of Benefits to you and we have briefly described those benefits areas in which you might be interested. This summary does not, nor is it intended as a full explanation of each area. Please consult the Personnel Ordinance or contact Human Resources for appropriate details and explanation.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS

HEALTH CARE
Health Insurance

Caldwell County offers a PPO health insurance plan administered by BCBSNC. Major medical benefits are available for regular employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week. Coverage is available for eligible dependents at current group rates.

COBRA

The Comprehensive Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act – (COBRA) provides for the County to offer former employees and/or dependents continuation of group health plan coverage for up to 18 months or 36 months when specific events occur. In addition, certain members may continue group health plan coverage for up to 29 months when disabled.

DENTAL CARE
Dental Insurance

Caldwell County offers a dental insurance plan administered by BCBSNC. Dental benefits are available for 100% of annual preventive care procedures twice a plan year and after a $50.00 annual deductible, the plan pays 80% of routine procedures, and 50% of non-routine procedures up to $2000.00 per benefit period. At current group rates, employees may purchase coverage for their dependents.

LEAVE
Annual Leave

Caldwell County grants 10-24 days of annual leave per year for regular employees based on years of service.                         

                Years of aggregate service           Hours earned per pay period      Days earned per year

                                Less than 2                                       6.67                                                      10

                                2 but less than 5                               8.00                                                      12

                                5 but less than 10                             10.00                                                    15

                                10 but less than 15                           12.00                                                    18

                                15 but less than 20                           14.00                                                    21

                                20 years or more                               16.00                                                    24

Sick Leave

Regular employees earn one (1) day (8 hours) of sick leave per month with the unused accumulation applying toward retirement benefits after meeting basic retirement qualifications.

Holiday Leave

Caldwell County grants 12 Paid Holidays per year for regular employees. Holidays include: New Years, Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday), Christmas Day, plus the work day before and the work day after.

LONGEVITY

After five (5) years of creditable service, employees receive an annual longevity payment (as approved by the Board of Commissioners). The amount is based on years of service and is included in the November payroll.

PAY PERIODS

County employees are paid monthly with payment being made on the last working day of each month. Direct Deposit is mandatory.

PRIOR SERVICE CREDIT

Under certain conditions, previous North Carolina or any North Carolina jurisdictional work experience may be credited toward vacation accrual and longevity payment. Previously accrued sick leave may also be recognized.

RETIREMENT
Local Government Employee' Retirement System (LGERS)

Regular full-time and part-time employees (including law enforcement officers) are covered under the North Carolina Local Governmental Employee's Retirement System (LGERS). LGERS is a defined benefit plan. Under this type of plan the benefit you receive at retirement is based on a formula. This formula considers your years and months of creditable service, your age, and your average final compensation. Participation is mandatory for all permanent full-time employees and part time employees working 20 hours or greater. Caldwell County contributes 7.50% for employees. The Employee contributes 6%.

401(k)

Caldwell County offers a 401(k) plan for all benefit-eligible employees. The plan is administered through Prudential Retirement and offers both a pre-tax and Roth 401(k) after-tax option.

457 Plan

Caldwell County offers a 457 Retirement Savings Plan that is administered through Nationwide Retirement and offers a pre-tax option.

Tax Deferred Programs

Tax-sheltering programs are available through IRS Code 125 (Cafeteria Plan), Flexible Spending Account, 401 (k) and 457 (Deferred Compensation). Retirement and Health Care deductions are established under pre-taxed provisions.

LIFE INSURANCE

Caldwell County provides basic Term Life insurance for regular employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week. Coverage for Department Heads is in the amount of $50,000 and Supervisors $25,000, with all other employees having $10,000 in coverage. Supplemental life insurance is available at current group rates.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Available to all regular County employees and eligible dependents to assist in the treatment of any problems affecting work performance. Services are provided in a private and confidential setting.

WELLNESS

The County recognizes the importance of our health and well-being. We maintain a very proactive and effective Wellness Program.

CREDIT UNION

Regular employees are eligible for membership in the State Employees Credit Union. The North Carolina Local Government Employees Federal Credit Union and North Carolina State Employees’ Credit Union offer a variety of savings and other financial plans including direct deposit of payroll checks. You must personally contact the Credit Union to arrange these services.

CASUAL DAY

Once each Week, and as appropriate, employees may “dress down” and enjoy a casual dress day.

Mark III Employee Benefits is Caldwell County's Benefit Consultant.  View benefits online at: Voluntary Benefits through Mark III

 

 

 

 

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