From Sept. 1, 2026, through Sept. 14, 2026, eligible AFSCME employees with 500 hours or more of unused sick leave may elect to convert up to 40 hours (5 days) of unused sick leave to vacation leave.If you are eligible and wish to convert sick leave to vacation leave, you must complete and submit the Sick Leave Conversion Request Form (PDF) during the conversion period of Sept. 1 through Sept. 14, 2026. Forms must be received by Sept. 14, 2026.Return the completed form to HR Records, Division of People, Culture & Belonging by:Campus mailFax: (330) 672-3047Email: hr-records@kent.eduPlease re...
If I take the separation plan am I still eligible for unemployment insurance?
两性色午夜 University does not determine eligibility for unemployment. You can file for unemployment but should be aware that accepting a voluntary severance from employment with the University may disqualify an Employee from receipt of unemployment benefits pursuant to the provisions of the Ohio law as it constitutes a voluntary termination of employment without cause attributable to the employer.
Will the payments (either lump sum or four payments) be taxed? Will PERS/STRS be taken from the payment?
The payment will be taxed at the supplemental rate, which is 22% for federal, 3.5% for state, Medicare of 1.45% and local tax if you currently have it taken out. Retirement will not come out of the payment.
Is there a way for me to view my completed VFSIP documents in DocuSign without locating my confirmation email?
Yes, you can log in to the DocuSign platform to view and track the status of your VFSIP documents. To do so, follow these instructions:
Can I save my progress while filling out my VFSIP documents in DocuSign and finish filling out later?
Yes, but you must click on 鈥淔inish Later鈥 under 鈥淥ther Actions鈥 within the DocuSign platform while you have the form open in order for it to save your progress. See question and answer # 16 (XVI) below if you need instructions for returning to your document.
What happens to my tuition fee waiver after I separate?
All eligible employees will continue to receive the tuition waiver benefit for four (4) years following the employee鈥檚 exit date (e.g., June 30, 2021). For specific questions related to Tuition Waiver benefits, contact the university benefits office at 330-672-3107, or benefits@kent.edu.
What happens to my Flexible Spending Account after I separate?
Employees participating in a Flex Spending Account have 30 days from their separation date to use available funds in their Flex Spending Account. For specific questions related to Flexible Spending benefits, contact the University Benefits office at 330-672-3107, or benefits@kent.edu.
What happens to my health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescriptions) after I separate?
Eligible Employees and their eligible dependents that are not eligible for Medicare, will be able to continue their university-sponsored health plan under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). Once your election for the VFSIP is processed, you will receive a separate mailing from Chard Snyder, the COBRA Administrator, advising how to enroll and where to submit the employee portion of the COBRA healthcare cost. Please also note the following:
