RetirementLane

Thinking About Retirement?
 
When am I eligible to retire with A&M System benefits? 
Retirement eligibility is dependent on age and years of service. Refer to the eligibility guide for more information.

 
When am I eligible to recevie my TRS or ORP benefits?
Optional Retirement Plan vendor infomation available on the A&M System Retirement Programs website.
How do I figure my Social Security benefits?
The Social Security Administration benefit calculators provide a quick view of retirement benefits. Online access available at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator.
What should I do first?
Read this helpful booklet, A Look Ahea a guide from the A&M System, for important information about the retirement process, then schedule a Retirement Counciling Meeting with TEES Personnel Services.d,
 
When should I start the process?
Six-months prior to your proposed retirement date is a good time to begin the process.
Who do I contact to begin the process?
TEES Personnel Services
Sarah Tobola, Sr. Benefits Representative
(979) 458-7693
Email: teeshr@tamu.edu
Who do I contact about my retirement plan (TRS or ORP)?
TRS employees should contact TRS at (800) 223-8778. You will be instructed to complete Form TRS 18 "Request for Estimate of Retirement Benefits" and submit directly to TRS.

ORP employees should contact their agent or vendor. Complete the HR15 Form and submit to Engineering Budgets and Payroll - Mail Stop 3132. Refer questions to Randy Shirley at (979) 458-7493.

(Retirement Plan FAQ)
 
Will my insurance benefits change when I retire?

There might be some necessary changes to your optional benefits programs which will be addressed in your Retirement Counciling meeting with TEES Personnel Services.
Will I be paid for my accrued vacation leave?

Upon retirement employees in a leave eligible position are entitled to be paid for their accrued vacation balance. (System Reg:31.03.01)
What about my accrued sick leave?
Unused sick leave may be donated to the Sick Leave Pool by completing the SLP Donation form and submitting to your LeaveTraq Administrator. For more information about the SLP contact TEES Personnel Services.
 
Current Retirees
           
When may I make changes to my insurance benefits?
Changes may be made during annual benefit enrollment each year (July) or if you experience a qualifying change in status. Changes made during annual enrollment are effective on September 1, the start of the new benefit plan year.  
For a list of qualifiying changes in status click here, or contact your benefits representative for more information and to obtain the appropriate forms.
How do I make changes to my insurance benefits?
Changes may be made during annual enrollment (July) online via HRConnect in Single Sign On (https://sso.tamu.edu) or by obtaining the appropriate form from your benefits representative.

Benefit changes in response to a qualifying change in status must be coordinated through the benefits office and received within 60 days of the qualifying event 
 
How do I get a retiree ID card?
Contact Engineering Budgets and Payroll at (979) 458-7489 to request the needed form. Take the form to the Pavillion to obtain your Retiree ID card.
Are my retirement benefits affected if I return to A&M System employment after I retire?
ORP does not impose return to work restrictions.

Specific return to work restrictions apply to TRS retirement. Click here for details.
Retiree Forms
Retiree Resources 
 
 
 
What happens when I reach age 65?
Upon turning 65 you are eligible for Medicare. Medicare will become your primary carrier. You have the option to move to the 65 Plus Plan as well. Refer to the Retiree Benefit Booklet.
Where are you located?
TEES Personnel Services is located in the TEES State Headquarters Building
1470 William D. Fitch Parkway
College Station, Texas 77845

Directions from the Texas A&M University campus - travel Highway 6 Southbound. Exit Texas 40 (first exit after Rock Prairie Road). Turn left on Texas 40, going under the overpass. Travel about half a mile and turn right to enter the TEES State Headquarters Building parking lot.

Phone: (979) 458-7693
Fax: (979) 458-7720