Benefits play an important role in your choice of an employer. That’s why we work hard to make sure our benefits complement the needs and wants of our employees. Our goal is to empower you with the resources you need to enjoy success on the job and to live a healthy, balanced life.
The County covers all full-time employees with Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment. All employees under age 65 will have Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage equal to two times their basic annual salary, rounded to the next lower $1,000 subject to a maximum benefit of $50,000.
The Employee Assistance Program is a free benefit available to all employees and members of their household. The program is administered by CIGNA, which guarantees total confidentiality.
Charlotte County participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS). FRS offers a choice of two retirement plans: the FRS Investment Plan and the FRS Pension Plan. For additional information, visit the FRS website.
The County recognizes and observes eleven (11) holidays annually. Additionally, full-time employees who have completed their initial orientation period receive two personal days and one professional development day during each fiscal year.
All full-time IAFF employees accrue annual (vacation) leave and sick leave. Annual leave accrual rates are based on tenure and scheduled hours.
All full-time (non-IAFF) employees accrue paid time off (PTO). PTO accrual rates are based on FLSA status, tenure, and actual hours worked.
Charlotte County believes in lifelong learning. That’s why we offer regular learning opportunities, with both in house trainers and outside experts. Topics range from improving interpersonal skills, personal growth, and effective leadership.
After meeting certain requirements and qualifying employment, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information on this Federal Student Aid program, please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness website.
Our employees play an active role in our community, from volunteering time to pick up trash along local roads to donating back to school supplies for children in our local schools. We not only work in our community, we work on our community, building volunteer relationships and encouraging a giving spirit. With the support of our employees, we will continue to make positive and lasting contributions to our County.
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