Life and Job Changes

Life and Job Changes

If you’re wondering how a change in employment or another big life change might affect your PERA account, know that we are here to help.

Start by exploring the resources below for more details. If you need assistance at any point, let us know.

To report the death of a PERA member or retiree, contact us at 800-759-7372.

Leaving Employment

When you leave PERA-covered employment, you can request a refund/rollover of your account or leave your balance with PERA

Inactive Members

Even if you’re no longer working for a PERA employer, you can keep your account balance with PERA and eventually apply for lifetime retirement income, request a refund/rollover of your account

Divorce/Domestic Relations Orders

PERA provides the required forms and specific instructions to create a valid Domestic Relations Order in conjunction with a divorce

Disability Benefits

If you are unable to work due to a medical condition, you have 90 days after you leave PERA-covered employment to apply for PERA’s disability benefits

Survivor Benefits

If you’ve been working for a PERA-covered employer for at least a year, you have access to PERA’s survivor benefit program, which provides income to your survivors following your death

Life Insurance

PERA offers an optional life insurance program, which includes an Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit

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Access My PERA Account

Get the most from our website by creating an online account to access your PERA information when it's convenient for you.

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Refunds and Rollovers

Learn about the process of requesting a refund or rollover of your PERA Defined Benefit Plan account, which can take up to 90 days.