Saving for retirement is something we all need to do in order to live comfortably after having a fulfilling career. At Weld County, we make it easy to save - in fact, you don't even have to worry about it thanks to the county having a fully-funded retirement plan. What's better than having a solidified retirement package waiting for you when you're eligible to take it? In addition to having a solidified retirement package, Weld County offers both 401(k) and 457 savings plans to aid you in meeting your retirement goals. Department of Public Health and Environment employees receive their retirement package via PERA, a state retirement plan.
No matter if you choose to simply be part of the county pension plan or save more via the optional plans offered, rest assured that you'll depart employment with Weld County knowing you have a secure retirement in hand.
Regular, full-time employees are automatically enrolled upon employment in the fully funded plan where 9% is contributed by you. You’re vested at five years.
Offered through Principal as optional plans. Before & after tax options available.
State retirement plan for Health Department employees only; automatically enrolled upon employment. Optional 401K available.