{"id":5972,"date":"2019-07-03T08:20:52","date_gmt":"2019-07-03T15:20:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/?page_id=5972"},"modified":"2026-08-19T20:37:48","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T20:37:48","slug":"new-to-nau","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/new-to-nau\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits &#8211; New to NAU"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Welcome to NAU!<\/h1>\n<div>We\u2019re excited to have you here! Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation\u2014and NAU offers flexible options so you can choose what works best for you and your family.\u00a0If you have questions, our Benefits team is here to help.<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:NAUHRbenefits@nau.edu\">NAUHRbenefits@nau.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>928-523-2223<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row bg-color-nau-blue\"><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row-content\">Getting Started with Yout Benefits<\/div><\/div><\/h3>\n<h3>Step One &#8211; Register for New Employee Welcome\u00a0 &#8216;NEW&#8217;<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2018NEW\u2019 is your opportunity to learn about the benefits NAU offers and how to enroll.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\ud83d\udc49<\/em> <em>Access the <a href=\"https:\/\/nau.udemy.com\/learning-paths\/865688\/\">NEW Learning Path<\/a> in Udemy if you are unable to attend in person.<\/em><\/p>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"How to register for \u2018New\u201d_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-1-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-1-panel\">\n            How to register for \u2018New\u201d\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-1-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-1-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>You will register for\u00a0 \u2018NEW\u2019 through <a href=\"http:\/\/nau.edu\/louie\/\">LOUIE<\/a> using your NAU credentials.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>On the HR Home page, click on the \u2018<strong>Learning and Development\u2019<\/strong> tile<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>\u2018Request Training Enrollment\u2019<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>\u2018Search by Course Number\u2019 <\/strong>then enter \u2018<strong>HR110\u2019<\/strong> and click \u2018<strong>Search\u2019<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><\/em><\/p><\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Step 2 &#8211; <strong>Complete your Benefit Disclosure Form<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Fill out your \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/07\/Benefit-Disclosure-new-logo.pdf\">Benefit Disclosure form<\/a> and email it to <strong>nauhrbenefits@nau.edu<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Submit within <strong>30 days of your hire date<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Step 3 &#8211; Learn about your\u00a0 NAU\u2019s benefits<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/Human-Resources\/Benefits\/\">Benefit Website<\/a> and watch the NAU\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefits-orientation-videos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orientation videos <\/a>to find out more about your benefits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Step 4 &#8211; Enroll in your voluntary benefits<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>You have<strong> 31 days<\/strong> from your date of hire to complete your enrollment.<\/li>\n<li>Coverage begins the <strong>first day of the pay period<\/strong> following your completed enrollment.<\/li>\n<li>View the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefits-voluntary-benefit-dates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Voluntary Benefit Effective Dates<\/a><\/strong> to determine YOUR coverage effective date.<\/li>\n<li>You should receive your ID cards for the medical, dental and vision coverage selected at your Home Address about 2 weeks, after your effective date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"How to Enroll_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-2-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-2-panel\">\n            How to Enroll\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-2-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-2-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<ul>\n<li>On the <strong>HR Home Page<\/strong> select the \u2018<strong>Benefits\u2019<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Select\u2019 <strong>Benefits Enrollment\u2019 <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Then click \u2018<strong>Select\u2019<\/strong> for the event displayed.<\/li>\n<li>Click \u2018<strong>Edit\u2019<\/strong> on each benefit to enroll in or change your election.<\/li>\n<li>Click \u2018<strong>Save and Continue\u2019<\/strong> when your enrollment is completed.<\/li>\n<li>Authorize your enrollments by clicking \u2018<strong>Submit\u2019.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3>Step 5 &#8211; Make your primary\/mandatory retirement election<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Faculty and University Staff<\/strong> may choose between <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefits-asrs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ASRS<\/strong> <\/a>or the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefits-orp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ORP<\/strong> <\/a>within 30 days of eligibility\\hire.\u00a0 If no election is made, you\u2019ll be automatically enrolled in ASRS. This decision is irrevocable.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Exception: Employees in positions within the\u00a0 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/244\/2025\/12\/Support-Operations-Career-Branch.pdf\">Support &amp; Operations Career Branch<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>are required to enroll in (ASRS) as their retirement plan and are not eligible to choose another plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- shortcode-button -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-button shortcode-button--center\">\n      <a class=\"main-button\" href=\"https:\/\/servicenow.nau.edu\/hr?id=sc_cat_item&sys_id=b1f575af3b194710c6754b9aa4e45a00\">Retirement Election Form<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-5px not-in-view\">\n<h3>Step 6 &#8211; Step Up Your Retirement Account<\/h3>\n<p>For your contributions to be applied correctly you need to set up an account with your retirement provider.\u00a0If you elect the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefits-orp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ORP<\/strong> <\/a>and do not set up your account your contributions will be invested in the ORP\u2019s Qualified Default Investment Alternative \u2013 The T Rowe Price Target Retirement Date Funds.<div class='shortcode-column-container'><!-- shortcode-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-column shortcode-column--count-3\">\n    \n<h4><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row bg-color-extra-light-gray\"><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row-content\">ASRS<\/div><\/div><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.azasrs.gov\/web\/MemberRegistrationWizard.do?execution=e1s1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">myASRS online registration\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li>NAU Enrollment code <strong>4UQ00059<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-column shortcode-column--count-3\">\n    \n<h4><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row bg-color-extra-light-gray\"><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row-content\">ORP &#8211; Fidelity<\/div><\/div><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nb.fidelity.com\/public\/nb\/nau\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fidelity website<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Plan Number: <strong>67444<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-column shortcode-column--count-3\">\n    \n<h4><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row bg-color-extra-light-gray\"><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row-content\">ORP &#8211; TIAA<\/div><\/div><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiaa.org\/public\/tcm\/arizona\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TIAA website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row bg-color-dark-blue\"><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row-content\">New to NAU FAQs<\/div><\/div><\/h2>\n<h2>General<\/h2>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"How do I register for New Employee Welcome or \u2018NEW\u201d?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-3-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-3-panel\">\n            How do I register for New Employee Welcome or \u2018NEW\u201d?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-3-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-3-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/orientation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Employee Welcome training page<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"\u00a0Can I enroll in benefits before my first day?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-4-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-4-panel\">\n            \u00a0Can I enroll in benefits before my first day?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-4-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-4-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>No, you will not be able to enroll in benefits until your first day of employment.\u00a0 You will enroll in your voluntary benefits such are health care through <a href=\"https:\/\/hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>LOUIE \u2013 HR<\/strong><\/a> . You will not have access to the enrollment page until your new hire paperwork is completed and you have been added to <a href=\"https:\/\/hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>LOUIE \u2013 HR<\/strong><\/a> .<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h2><strong>Who is eligible?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h3><em><strong>Voluntary Benefits<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Who can enroll in NAU\u2019s health care plans?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-5-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-5-panel\">\n            Who can enroll in NAU\u2019s health care plans?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-5-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-5-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Regular employees can enroll in voluntary benefits such as health care, flexible spending accounts, and life and short-term disability insurance.<\/p>\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/04\/Accessible-Appendix-A-Benefit-Eligibility-by-Benefit-Plan-and-Employment-Category.pdf\">Benefit Eligibility Chart<\/a> for details on each benefit.<\/p><\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Can I cover my dependents on my health care plan?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-6-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-6-panel\">\n            Can I cover my dependents on my health care plan?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-6-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-6-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div>\n<p>Yes. You can enroll yourself and your eligible dependents in NAU\u2019s medical, dental, and vision plans.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Eligible dependents include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your legal spouse<\/li>\n<li>Your children (or your spouse\u2019s children)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>A \u201cchild\u201d may include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Biological or adopted children<\/li>\n<li>Children placed for adoption<\/li>\n<li>Children under legal guardianship (with court order)<\/li>\n<li>Foster children<\/li>\n<li>Children covered under a medical support order<\/li>\n<li>Disabled children who meet federal criteria<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/dependents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dependent Eligibility<\/a> page for full details.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Does NAU offer domestic partnership coverage?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-7-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-7-panel\">\n            Does NAU offer domestic partnership coverage?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-7-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-7-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div>\n<p>No, NAU does not offer domestic partner coverage.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 For more details on who is eligible, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/dependents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dependent Eligibility<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-5px not-in-view\">\n<h3><em><strong>Primary Retirement Plans<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Am I required to enroll in a Primary Retirement plan?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-8-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-8-panel\">\n            Am I required to enroll in a Primary Retirement plan?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-8-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-8-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>All regular benefit eligible employees are <u>required<\/u> by State of Arizona to enroll in a primary retirement plan.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><strong>Exceptions:<\/strong><br>\nSome employees are not eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Postdoctoral scholars<\/li>\n<li>Certain international employees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 See the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/04\/Accessible-Appendix-A-Benefit-Eligibility-by-Benefit-Plan-and-Employment-Category.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Benefit Eligibility Char<\/a>t<\/strong> for full details.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Who needs to make a Primary Retirement Plan election?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-9-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-9-panel\">\n            Who needs to make a Primary Retirement Plan election?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-9-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-9-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Faculty and University Staff may choose either ASRS or the ORP as their primary retirement plan and have 30 days to make their election.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Exception: Employees in positions within the\u00a0 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/244\/2025\/12\/Support-Operations-Career-Branch.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Support &amp; Operations Career Branch<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>are required to enroll in (ASRS) as their retirement plan and are not eligible to choose another plan.<\/li><\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"How do I know if I am in a position in the support & Operation Career Branch?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-10-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-10-panel\">\n            How do I know if I am in a position in the support & Operation Career Branch?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-10-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-10-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Review the list of\u00a0 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/244\/2025\/12\/Support-Operations-Career-Branch.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Support &amp; Operations Career Branch<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 job titles to determine if you are in that branch<\/p><\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I am over age 65 and have never contributed to ASRS, do I have to contribute? _0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-11-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-11-panel\">\n            I am over age 65 and have never contributed to ASRS, do I have to contribute? \n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-11-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-11-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Newly hired\\eligible employees who are age 65 or older may be able to opt out of ASRS membership. To be eligible to opt out, a person must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Become employed\\eligible after the person is at least 65 years old,<\/li>\n<li>Not be an active, inactive, or retired ASRS member,<\/li>\n<li>Not be receiving long term disability (LTD) benefits and,<\/li>\n<li>Not have any credited or prior ASRS service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To opt-out, an eligible person must make the election in writing within 30-days of employment, not 30-days from becoming ASRS eligible (if different than the first day of employment). The election is irrevocable and constitutes a waiver of all benefits under ASRS.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49<strong> To opt out of ASRS<\/strong> \u2013 complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.azasrs.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/pdf\/65-Plus_Membership_Waiver_Form.pdf\">65+membership waiver form<\/a> and return to <a href=\"mailto:nauhrbenefits@nau.edu\">nauhrbenefits@nau.edu<\/a> in the first 30-days of employment S. <\/p><\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I met the 20\/20 rule, do I have to participate in a primary retirement plan?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-12-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-12-panel\">\n            I met the 20\/20 rule, do I have to participate in a primary retirement plan?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-12-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-12-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Per Arizona Revised Statute [A.R.S.\u00a7 38-711(23)(b)] the \u201820\/20 rule\u2019 states that part-time faculty or part-time temporary employees who work <strong>20 or more hours per week for 20 or more weeks (either consecutively or sporadically)<\/strong> <strong>in the current fiscal year<\/strong> are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan for the remainder of the fiscal year.<\/p>\n<p>NAU utilizes a report called the \u201820\/20 Report\u2019 to track the hours worked for part-time faculty or part-time temporary employees each pay period in accordance with the 20\/20 rule.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h3><em><strong>Supplemental Retirement Plans<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-13-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-13-panel\">\n            \n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-13-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-13-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body><p><strong>Who is eligible for the supplemental retirement plans?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Supplemental retirement plans are available to all employees. Deductions will be taken from your primary job.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I get paid through multiple positions; how can I enroll in the 403b plan?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-14-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-14-panel\">\n            I get paid through multiple positions; how can I enroll in the 403b plan?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-14-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-14-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>457 and 403b contributions are taken on your primary position, if you would like to contribute to a different or additional position, please contact the Benefits Team.\u00a0<\/p><\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h2><strong>Enrolling in Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h3><em><strong>Voluntary Benefits<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Do I need to complete the \u2018Benefit Disclosure Form\u2019?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-15-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-15-panel\">\n            Do I need to complete the \u2018Benefit Disclosure Form\u2019?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-15-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-15-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Yes! The Benefits Team uses the information on the \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/07\/Benefit-Disclosure-new-logo.pdf\">Benefit Disclosure form<\/a>\u00a0to determine if your service from another employer or previous NAU employment will affect your NAU benefits.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I transferred from another State employer, I was told my benefits would transfer. What do I need to do?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-16-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-16-panel\">\n            I transferred from another State employer, I was told my benefits would transfer. What do I need to do?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-16-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-16-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div>\n<p>Transferring your benefits is a <strong>manual process<\/strong> that may take some time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To get started:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Submit your<strong> Benefit Disclosure Form<\/strong> to nauhrbenefits@nau.edu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What happens next:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Benefits team will contact you and your previous employer<\/li>\n<li>NAU will verify your prior benefit enrollment<\/li>\n<li>Once confirmed, you\u2019ll be enrolled in the same plans (or you can choose new options)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>When coverage begins:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Typically on your <strong>hire date<\/strong>, or<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>day after your previous coverage ends<\/strong> (if still active)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Submitting your form promptly helps avoid delays.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"How long do I have to enroll after I am hired in voluntary benefits?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-17-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-17-panel\">\n            How long do I have to enroll after I am hired in voluntary benefits?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-17-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-17-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>You have 31 days to enroll in your voluntary benefits. If you do not enroll by the deadline, all benefits except basic life insurance will be waived.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"When will my medical insurance be effective?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-18-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-18-panel\">\n            When will my medical insurance be effective?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-18-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-18-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body><div>\n\n<p>Your coverage starts the <strong>first day of the pay period after you complete your enrollment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example (2026):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enrollment submitted: <strong>08\/20\/2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Coverage begins: <strong>08\/31\/2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>First payroll deduction: <strong>09\/14\/2026<\/strong> (for the 08\/31\u201309\/13 pay period)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 To find your exact date, review the <strong>Voluntary Benefit Effective Dates<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I\u2019m a new hire but don\u2019t have the option to enroll in benefits in LOUIE-HR, what do I do?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-19-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-19-panel\">\n            I\u2019m a new hire but don\u2019t have the option to enroll in benefits in LOUIE-HR, what do I do?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-19-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-19-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>To enroll in benefits, you must have your new hire packet (which includes your I-9) and an ePAR (the form that tells the payroll system your title, salary, start date etc.) loaded to the payroll system.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Once both of those items are loaded, a process behind the scenes needs to run to open your new hire benefits event in <a href=\"https:\/\/hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>LOUIE \u2013 HR<\/strong><\/a> .<\/li>\n<li>Also, once you are activated in our payroll system, you will receive an email from the Benefits Team with information on how to enroll in your benefits, your benefit options, and links to benefit videos, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"What happens if I do not elect benefits within the 31- day deadline_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-20-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-20-panel\">\n            What happens if I do not elect benefits within the 31- day deadline\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-20-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-20-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>If you do not enroll by the deadline, all benefits except basic life insurance will be waived.<\/p>\n<p>Your next opportunity to enroll will be during Open Enrollment or if you have a Qualified Life Event such as marriage or birth of a child.<\/p>\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/enrolling-in-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Qualified Life Events<\/a> page for information on what is considered a QLE, the effective date for each event and how to submit your QLE request form.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I enrolled in medical coverage \u2013 when will I get my ID cards?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-21-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-21-panel\">\n            I enrolled in medical coverage \u2013 when will I get my ID cards?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-21-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-21-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div>\n<p>Your enrollment is sent to the provider on your <strong>coverage effective date<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It may take a few days to appear in the provider\u2019s system<\/li>\n<li>Once available, you can create an account and print a <strong>temporary ID card<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Your permanent ID cards will be mailed to your home address within <strong>about 2 weeks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u2705 If you need care before your ID cards arrive, contact Human Resources for assistance.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Visit the \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefit-contact-information\/\">Vendor Contact \u00a0<\/a>page for provider websites and customer service information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I\u2019m not showing as eligible for coverage yet with my health care provider, what do I do?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-22-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-22-panel\">\n            I\u2019m not showing as eligible for coverage yet with my health care provider, what do I do?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-22-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-22-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Reach out to the Benefits Team at NAUHRBenefits@nau.edu and please allow 48-72 hours to manually update your eligibility in the vendors system.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I need to update my address, what should I do?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-23-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-23-panel\">\n            I need to update my address, what should I do?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-23-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-23-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>You can update your address through <a href=\"https:\/\/hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>LOUIE \u2013 HR<\/strong><\/a> . Please keep in mind that all mail is sent to your address listed as Home. If you need to update your address for Fidelity retirement, please contact the Benefits Team to make that update.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h3><em><strong>Primary Retirement Plans<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I am a new employee. How long do I have to enroll in a Primary Retirement Plan?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-24-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-24-panel\">\n            I am a new employee. How long do I have to enroll in a Primary Retirement Plan?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-24-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-24-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Faculty\u00a0<\/strong>or\u00a0<strong>University Staff (other than Support\\Operations)\u00a0<\/strong>have within 30 days of eligibility to make your retirement election.<\/li>\n<li><strong>University Staff (Support\\Operations) <\/strong>are automatically enrolled in ASRS and do not need to make a retirement election.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"How do I make my primary retirement plan election?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-25-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-25-panel\">\n            How do I make my primary retirement plan election?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-25-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-25-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>You will make your retirement election through the<a href=\"https:\/\/onbase.nau.edu\/appnet\/UnityForm.aspx?d1=AcoqxQVCcvRKqq1NxNBkyWUqLTC0A9QN7cQz0c61t4Eimai6THKlF5ccwxATFNZuspL7W1ea4G2ks3gUB4Ua%2bFmGJZmACbNkDp2Dtv0qvwRO68k5oW7iPQBDoMo4FEokNAsWAUqAy4kZaHtScIrHsjaf1Uwj573EHAH3tLBgicxrLynMo5nw4yqrEgdkDibBjzBL3FyjC1rTcrhAD4ssRJk%3d\"> online retirement election form.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>If you do not make an election within the 30 days of your hire date you will be automatically enrolled in ASRS.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I am a University Staff in Support\\Operation Role. Do I need to make a primary retirement plan election?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-26-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-26-panel\">\n            I am a University Staff in Support\\Operation Role. Do I need to make a primary retirement plan election?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-26-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-26-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>No. You will be automatically enrolled or elect ASRS. You need to setup your \u2018MyASRS\u201d account with ID.<em>me<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.azasrs.gov\/web\/MemberRegistrationWizard.do?execution=e1s1\">myASRS online registration\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Your NAU Enrollment code is <strong>4UQ00059<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>For help, call ASRS at (800) 621-3778<\/em><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I have a choice of Primary Retirement plans. What happens if I do not make a retirement election by the deadline?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-27-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-27-panel\">\n            I have a choice of Primary Retirement plans. What happens if I do not make a retirement election by the deadline?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-27-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-27-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>If you do not make a Primary Retirement election, you will be defaulted into the ASRS.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"\u00a0Can I change my primary retirement plan later?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-28-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-28-panel\">\n            \u00a0Can I change my primary retirement plan later?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-28-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-28-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>You cannot change your primary retirement plan election unless your eligibility changes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you change from<strong> Classified Staff<\/strong> (grandfathered) to<strong> Faculty <\/strong>or <strong>University Staff (other than Support\\Operations)<\/strong> you will have the choice between ORP and ASRS.<\/li>\n<li>If you change from\u00a0<strong>University Staff (Support\\Operations)\u00a0<\/strong>to<strong> Faculty <\/strong>or <strong>University Staff (other than Support\\Operations)<\/strong> you will have the choice between ORP and ASRS.<\/li>\n<li>If you change from <strong>Faculty<\/strong> or <strong>University Staff(other tan Support\\Operations)<\/strong> to a<strong> University Staff (Support\\Operations)<\/strong> and were enrolled in the ORP your Primary Retirement plan enrollment will automatically be changed to ASRS.<\/li><\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"My primary retirement plan is ASRS. When do my contributions begin?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-29-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-29-panel\">\n            My primary retirement plan is ASRS. When do my contributions begin?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-29-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-29-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>If you enroll in <strong>ASRS<\/strong> your contributions will begin effective:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>New Members:<\/em> the <strong>first day of the pay period following 183 days<\/strong> of continuous service.<\/li>\n<li><em>Current Members:<\/em> at <strong>your date of hire<\/strong> if you have an active retirement account.<\/li>\n<li><em>Forfeited Members:<\/em> at <strong>your date of hire i<\/strong>f you forfeited your account less than two years ago.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I selected the ORP as my primary retirement plan. When will my ORP contributions begin?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-30-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-30-panel\">\n            I selected the ORP as my primary retirement plan. When will my ORP contributions begin?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-30-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-30-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>If you enroll in the <strong>ORP<\/strong> your contributions will be effective the <strong>first day of the pay period<\/strong> following your election.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I university staff and just changed from a position in the Support and Operation branch and was allowed to change to the ORP. Can I transfer the funds from my ASRS account to the ORP?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-31-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-31-panel\">\n            I university staff and just changed from a position in the Support and Operation branch and was allowed to change to the ORP. Can I transfer the funds from my ASRS account to the ORP?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-31-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-31-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>No, your ASRS benefit will remain in your ASRS account until you leave the university or retire. Your service while an ASRS member does count toward your vesting service with the ORP.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"\u00a0What is the difference between the ORP and ASRS?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-32-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-32-panel\">\n            \u00a0What is the difference between the ORP and ASRS?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-32-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-32-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Both the ASRS and ORP are 401(a) primary retirement plans. ASRS is a defined benefit (DB) plan and the ORP is a defined contribution (DC) plan.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/primary-retirement-plan-comparison\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Primary Retirement Plan Comparison<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/01\/AUS_ORP_ENG_Feb-2026_FINAL.pdf\">ORP Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azasrs.gov\/content\/retirement-plans-comparison\">ASRS retirement plan comparison and video.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I am interested in enrolling in the ORP \u2013 where can I find investment information?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-33-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-33-panel\">\n            I am interested in enrolling in the ORP \u2013 where can I find investment information?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-33-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-33-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div>\n<p>When you choose the ORP, you\u2019ll select <strong>Fidelity or TIAA<\/strong> as your investment provider.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Both offer a wide range of investment options<\/li>\n<li>You can contact NAU\u2019s Fidelity or TIAA representatives for guidance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u2705 The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/01\/AUS_ORP_ENG_Feb-2026_FINAL.pdf\">Review Optional Retirement Plan Guide <\/a>on the ORP investment menu.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Visit the \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefit-contact-information\/\">Vendor Contact \u00a0<\/a>page for provider links and contact information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h3><em><strong>Supplemental Retirement Plans<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"When can I enroll or change my 403b or 457 plan election?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-34-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-34-panel\">\n            When can I enroll or change my 403b or 457 plan election?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-34-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-34-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>You are able to enroll or change your 403b or 457 accounts at any point during the year.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"How do I enroll in the 403(b) plan?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-35-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-35-panel\">\n            How do I enroll in the 403(b) plan?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-35-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-35-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>You may start, stop or change your contribution amount anytime. Fidelity is the administrator for the 403(b) plan, and you enroll or make changes to your contribution amount at <a href=\"https:\/\/nb.fidelity.com\/public\/nb\/aus\/home\">netbenefits<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/06\/AUS_NAU_Online_help_guide.12920-clean.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">403(b) Enrollment Instructions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"How do I enroll in the 457(b) plan?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-36-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-36-panel\">\n            How do I enroll in the 457(b) plan?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-36-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-36-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>You may start, stop or change your contribution amount anytime. Nationwide Retirement Solutions is the administer for the 457(b). Contact Randall Neis, Retirement Specialist (480) 213-4157 to enroll or make changes to your contribution amount.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"Is there a Contribution Limit for the 403b and 457 plans?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-37-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-37-panel\">\n            Is there a Contribution Limit for the 403b and 457 plans?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-37-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-37-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>Yes, you can contribute up to the IRS annual maximum each calendar year to each plan. For 2026 $24,500 is the contribution maximum. If you are age 50 or older, you can make up to an additional $8,0000 in catch-up contributions.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"I am a new employee and at my previous employer I already contributed $5,000 to a 403(b) at my previous employer. Can I contribute the full IRS maximum to this 403(b)?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-38-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-38-panel\">\n            I am a new employee and at my previous employer I already contributed $5,000 to a 403(b) at my previous employer. Can I contribute the full IRS maximum to this 403(b)?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-38-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-38-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<p>No, the IRS maximum is a personal maximum not a plan maximum. You should subtract the $5,000 from the current IRS maximum to determine how much you can contribute to the NAU 403(b) plan.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-right-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-right-column\" >\n    <div class=\"shortcode-right-column__container\">\n<h4><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row bg-color-nau-yellow\"><div class=\"eplus-bg-color-row-content\">Resources\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefits-orientation-videos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Benefit orientation videos<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefit-contact-information\/\">Benefit Contact Information<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/benefit-plan-document\/\">Summaries of Benefits &amp; Coverage (SBCs)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/10\/NAU_HIP_PROGRAM-GUIDE.pdf\">HIP Wellness Program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/supplemental-retirement-plans\/\">Supplemental Retirement Plans<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/benefitoptions.az.gov\/employees\/insurance-policies\/medical\">Arizona Department of Administration State (ADOA) Plans<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>2026 Plan Comparisons<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/2026-VOLUNTARY-COMPARE.pdf\">Voluntary Benefits<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/2026-MEDICAL-COMPARE.pdf\">Medical <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/2026-DENTAL-COMPARE.pdf\">Dental<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/2026-VISION-COMPARE.pdf\">Vision<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/2026-LIFE-COMPARE.pdf\">Life<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/2026-SHORT-TERM-COMPARE.pdf\">Short-Term Disability<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/human-resources\/primary-retirement-plan-comparison\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Primary Retirement Plans<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to NAU! 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