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Steps in the Retirement Process. Review the Retirement Options publication to consider your payment options. Submit your retirement application at least 30 days before the day you want to retire. Documents you will need to provide: Proof of birth to establish age.
Toll-free: 1-888-275-5737. Email: kpers@kpers.org. KPERS administers three statewide pension plans for Kansas state and local public employees. The System also oversees KPERS 457.
The Kansas Public Employees Retirement System, administers three statewide defined-benefit plans for state and local public employees. The System also oversees KPERS 457, a voluntary deferred compensation Plan for state and many local employees.
All eligible employees will be enrolled on your first day of employment by completing the KPERS Retirement Data Form (pdf) during the onboarding process, or completing the form and returning it to the Benefits Office by fax to 785-864-5790 or by encrypted email to benefits@ku.edu.
Date You Plan to Retire: KPERS & KP&F: Your retirement date must be the first day of a month. JUDGES: Your retirement date can be any day of a month. Final Average Salary ($): See your last annual statement or log on to your Account Access.
As a retired KPERS member, you will receive a monthly retirement benefit for the rest of your life. In addition, KPERS has retirement payment options that add financial flexibility and allow you to provide for loved ones after your death.
There are two parts to the KPERS 3 retirement—your contribution account and your retirement credits. You contribute 6% of your salary starting with your first paycheck. It’s automatic and pre-tax. Your contributions earn a guaranteed 4% annual interest, paid quarterly.
