Tallahassee State College

Employee Benefits

Human Resources

In this section:

Tallahassee State College (TSC) is committed to supporting the health and wellness of our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package. We provide access to excellent health coverage and a variety of insurance options to meet the needs of our employees and their families through two main programs:

  1. State of Florida Group Insurance Program (SGIP):

    • Health insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSA)
    • Managed through the People First system for enrollments, changes, and COBRA administration

  2. TSC Benefits:

    • Dental, vision, and life Insurance
    • Short-term and long-term disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness options

 

Dental

We are proud to offer you a choice between two different dental plans.  A high option plan and a low option plan.  Both plans offer you the freedom and flexibility to use the dentist of your choice. However, you will maximize your benefits and reduce your out-of-pocket costs if you choose a dentist who participates in the Ameritas Dental network.  
Following is a high-level overview of the coverage available.

Learn more about your dental benefits: 

Vision

An affordable eye care plan is offered through The Standard - VSP Network. Employees may elect coverage for themselves and their eligible dependents.

Learn more about your Vision benefits: Vision Summary Guide Summary Guide

Life Insurance

  • Basic Life Insurance: TSC provides Basic Life Insurance Coverage for all full-time employees in the amount of 2 X your annual salary.  Your Basic Life Insurance coverage includes Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage.
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance: Full-Time Employees can apply for additional voluntary employee life insurance coverage in $25,000 increments to a maximum coverage of $500,000. Employees can also elect voluntary spouse life insurance and voluntary child life insurance. (Employees must elect Voluntary Employee Life to be eligible to elect Voluntary Spouse or Voluntary Child Life Insurance)

Learn more about your Life Benefits: 

Optional Benefits

The Standard Optional Insurance Benefits

>Accidental Insurance Benefits

Having an accident doesn’t just hurt you — it can also damage your finances. Your medical insurance will cover some of the expenses, but you'll be left to foot the bills for your copays and deductibles. Those can add up fast, especially if you’re unable to work while you recover. That’s where Accident insurance comes in: It helps protect your bank account from the out-of-pocket expenses that can come with an injury — whether you’re coping with a broken arm or recovering from a serious car accident.

>Learn more about your Accidental Insurance benefits: 

Critical Illness Insurance Benefits

You may have medical insurance. But that doesn’t mean you’re covered for all of the expenses resulting from a serious
illness that you probably haven’t budgeted for — things like copays, deductibles, loss of income, child care, and travel
expenses. Group Critical Illness insurance helps fill the gap caused by these out-of-pocket costs, creating a financial
safety net for you and your family.

Learn more about your Critical Illness Insurance benefits:  

Hospital Indemnity Insurance Benefits

Medical insurance is important. Especially when you have a hospital stay – planned or unplanned. But it can leave you
with unexpected bills and out-of-pocket costs. Group Hospital Indemnity insurance can help cover unexpected out-of-pocket expenses such as copays, deductibles, and out-of-network charges, as well as everyday living expenses. It pays a benefit directly to you for hospital stays, regardless of your treatment costs or other insurance coverage you might have

Learn more about your Hospital Indemnity Insurance benefits: 

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits

You probably have insurance for your car or home, but what about the source of income that pays for it? You rely on your paycheck for so many things, but what if you were suddenly unable to work due to an accident or illness? How will you put food on the table, pay your mortgage, or heat your home? Disability insurance can help replace the lost income and make a difficult time a little easier. 

Learn more about your Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance benefits: 

 

 

Additional Benefits

TSC offers employees:

  • Tuition Reimbursement for Non-TSC Courses and Tuition Waiver for classes at TSC.   
    • Tuition Reimbursement for Non-TSC Courses (Employee only)
    • Tuition Waiver - Take classes at TSC (for you, your spouse, or eligible dependent) with the Employee Tuition Waiver Benefit.
      • For more details,
        • Policy 1520/2520/3520 - Professional Development and Tuition Waivers
        • Policy 1420/2420/3420 - Benefits and Privilege - TSC Classes for Spouses and/or Dependents of College Employees
      • To request the TSC Waiver form: Employee Tuition Benefit Form.
  • Health & Wellness Resources - Access our state-of-the-art gym with your valid ID. Enjoy fitness classes, join wellness groups, and explore all TSC offers.   
  • Arts and Athletic Admission - Attend performance events free with a valid ID, and free admission for one guest. Employees can also attend all TSC Eagles home games for free.
  • Use of Resources - Feel free to utilize the Library and other Learning Resource Centers.
  • Employee Assistance Program through Florida State University, for more information call (850) 644-2288 or visit Employee Assistance Program.

TSC Employees receive discounts on:

  • AAA Motor Club South - 15% discount off a new membership.  Must advise them you are a TSC employee. 
  • Car Rentals - Avis and Budget Car Rental. - All rentals using the state rental car program and discounted rates must be done through the state website at https://www.carrental.com/abgPartners/sof/. 
  • Conferences and Event Rental Space - Employees receive 50% off when on campus for personal events.
  • Seminole Strength and Conditioning Center-  25% off Employee Discount.  The rate includes Seminars, Practice Competitions, 24 hours access.  www.seminole-strength.com  Tel: (352) 504-5567 Try out free for a day!
  • TSC Bookstore - 10% off at the main campus bookstore. The discount does not include textbooks, computer hardware/software.
  • Tech Perks - TSC employees have exclusive access to significant savings on high-quality electronic accessories through the Tech-Perks program. This unique opportunity allows you to enjoy discounts of up to 75%, with an average saving of 45%, on a wide array of top-brand electronics. The selection includes essential items such as smartphone cases, chargers, screen protectors, and innovative Bluetooth-enabled devices like headphones and speakers.  Email HR for login information and membership code.  

Contact:

Tallahassee State College HR:   hr@tsc.fl.edu or call (850) 201-8510. 

People First Service Center: 1-866-663-4735

The following holidays are observed on the main campus:

  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving Day and Day After
  • Christmas Day

Faculty holidays are designated in the College's academic calendar. Contract/Grant employee holiday schedules are determined each year according to the specific requirements of the Contract/Grant.

Winter and Spring Breaks

During winter and spring breaks the college operates with limited staff. All non-exempt full-time employees who work during these times will earn Compensatory leave. The upcoming winter and spring breaks for the 2024-2025 academic calendar year are:

Winter Break:
Dec. 18, 2024 (College Closes at 1 p.m.) – Jan. 2, 2025 (Employees return to campus Jan. 2, 2025)

Spring Break:
March 10 - 14, 2025