Employer Resources: HR / Payroll
Find a variety of forms and information on contribution reporting and adjustments, PERA-includable salary, working after retirement, and more.
Training Materials
To be successful in taking care of our members, we need to communicate well with you, our PERA-affiliated employers. We want to provide you with everything you need to be confident in all PERA-related interactions.
Do you feel you have a situation that isn’t explained in any of the modules below? Reach out to the Employer Relations team at 1-800-759-7372 ext. 3724 or email at ercontributions@copera.org.
Working After Retirement
Many retirees choose to return to work for a variety of reasons. If you plan to work for a PERA employer after retirement, please read this booklet to learn about the working after retirement rules and required forms.
Contribution Reporting and Adjustments
Contribution reporting is a critical responsibility of the employer because of the impact to members/employees and PERA. While the process can be simple, there are many details, which can be complicated and it’s important to us that you have all the information you need to be accurate and confident in reporting contributions. Review this booklet for detailed instructions on the contribution reporting processes. Here you will find detailed information and examples about the reporting process, adjustments, exceptions, and more. Visit the Employer Contribution Rates page to get the most up-to-date rates.
Includable Salary
Knowing what qualifies as PERA-includable salary can be confusing, so we have broken it down into bite-sized training modules for a better understanding of the details. Each training module includes directions on submitting payment plans for review and lists PERA resources just in case you get stuck. See below to explore your specific needs within this large topic.
Helpful Forms
STARS Access Request
Member Information
140-Day / 916-Hour Limit Designation
Leave of Absence
Death Notification / Salary Report
Critical Shortage Designation
Critical Shortage Termination
BOCES Critical Shortage Designation
Resources for You
STARS Resources
STARS Employer Portal Overview
Optional Retirement Plans
The Colorado Institutions of Higher Education listed on this guide have the authority to establish an Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) for their eligible faculty and administrators as provided in Colorado statute (C.R.S. § 24-54.5-101 et seq.)
Automatic Adjustment Provision Factsheet
The automatic adjustment provision is an innovative approach to pension funding that keeps PERA on a path to full funding. Every June, PERA reviews the progress toward its funding goal.
How to Complete the Final Salary Report
Health Benefits (PERACare) for Employers
PERACare is available for PERA employers to cover their active employees who are PERA members. The program provides access to health care, dental, and vision plans.
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401(k)/457 Plans (PERAPlus) for Employers
The PERAPlus 401(k) and 457 Plans allow employees to save for retirement beyond their Colorado PERA benefit. All PERA employers offer the PERAPlus 401(k) Plan, but you can choose to also offer the PERAPlus 457 Plan and a Roth option.
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Working After Retirement Webinar Resources
Download the Working After Retirement webinar presentation and its accompanying forms and materials.
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