Benefits
Employee Benefits at Central College
At Central College, we are committed to supporting our employees’ health, well-being, and professional growth. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to offer valuable resources and peace of mind, starting from your first day of employment.
Health Insurance
Eligible employees are offered health insurance beginning the first of the month following their hire or appointment date. Central College currently provides two options: a traditional HMO plan with access to a wide network of providers, and a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) that allows employees to contribute to a health savings account (HSA). The college shares the cost of health insurance premiums, with the employee’s portion deducted on a pre-tax basis for added tax savings.
Dental & Vision Insurance
Employees may also elect voluntary dental and vision coverage, effective the first of the month following hire. Coverage is available for individuals or families and is paid by the employee through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Life Insurance
Central College provides life insurance coverage equal to two times the employee’s annual salary, up to a maximum of $100,000. Supplemental life insurance is available for employees and their dependents at the employee’s expense.
Retirement Plan
Central College will contribute 2% of the employees’ annual salary after one year of employment. This amount will increase by 1% each year in July to a maximum of 6%. A mandatory employee contribution of 3% will begin after one year of employment. In addition, all employees may choose to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) retirement plan at any time.
Tuition Benefits
Full-time employees receive a 100% tuition reduction for Central College coursework, while employees working less than full-time receive a prorated benefit. Employees are eligible upon hire, with supervisor approval.
After two years of continuous employment, spouses and dependents may receive a tuition reduction toward one degree program. Central also participates in two national tuition exchange programs—Tuition Exchange, Inc., and the Council for Independent Colleges (CIC), which may provide scholarship opportunities for dependent children of full-time employees. Please note that availability through these exchange programs may be limited based on institutional capacity and consortium requirements. Visit www.tuitionexchange.org or www.cic.edu for participating schools.
Work and Life Balance
Vacation: Vacation hours are awarded at the beginning of each fiscal year and are based on years of service. Relevant prior experience may be taken into consideration. Time is prorated for employees working less than full-time and for new hires. Unused vacation does not carry over into the following year.
Sick/Medical: Eligible employees receive 80 hours of sick leave annually, prorated for those working less than full-time. Sick leave may be used for illness, injury, or medical appointments. Unused hours do not carry over into the next fiscal year.
Parental Leave: Central provides five days of paid parental leave within the first 30 days following the birth of a child for the birthing parent and/or their spouse.
Holidays: Central College offers a generous holiday schedule, which includes New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day (if honorably discharged), Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day, as well as a campus closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Community Volunteer Time: Eligible employees receive 16 hours of paid time per fiscal year to participate in community service or volunteer opportunities. This benefit is prorated for employees working less than full-time.
Employee ID & Campus Perks
Your Central College ID is your pass to campus life!
- Free access to college events (where student fees don’t apply)
- Use of the library and fitness centers
- Discounts at the dining center, Spirit Shoppe, and local businesses
Being part of Central means being part of a community, on campus and off.
Questions?
If you have any questions or would like more information about our employee benefits, please contact the Human Resources Office at 641-628-5156. We look forward to supporting you throughout your career at Central College.
