Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits


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Benefit Summaries

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To view a summary of benefits and their costs, select the appropriate employee group below.

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Medical/Health Insurance
To view a summary of this benefit and its' costs, select the appropriate link below.
HealthPartners Medical Insurance Plan Documents
Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
Wellbeats
Wellbeats is a fitness benefit that is available to all family members, age 18 and older, who are enrolled with Scott County’s health insurance. Each family member must sign up for their own account through the HealthPartners portal, then follow the attached instructions for access to Wellbeats. Discover fitness at your fingertips with Wellbeats! Access 600+ on-demand workouts, challenges, and fit tests with a team of friendly, certified virtual instructors coaching you every step of the way. Options for all ages, abilities, and lifestyles. Log on to your HealthPartners account to get started.

Assist America

Additional Resources

Useful Links

 

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Dental Insurance
To view a summary of this benefit and its' costs, select the appropriate link below.
Delta Dental Plan
Dental Forms
The Importance of Dental Health

Customer Service

Delta Dental Customer Service: 651-406-5901 or 1-800-448-3815
Delta Dental Online Help: www.DeltaDentalMN.org

 

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Vision
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Life Insurance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
The Hartford Life Insurance Plan Documents
Hartford Forms
Value Added-Services Brochures
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NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Plan
NCPERS Enrollment and Beneficiary Information

Click Here for Plan Overview Video

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Minnesota Benefit Association - Life Insurance Options
  • This plan allows members of the Minnesota Benefit Association to apply for up to $150,000 of life insurance protection on a simplified issue basis by answering an abbreviated set of health questions satisfactory to the insurer. There is a minimum of $50,000 of coverage.
  • Premiums may be payroll-deducted.
  • This life insurance is portable, even if you change jobs, you are able to continue and maintain coverage at the same premium.
Life Insurance Brochure
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Disability Plans
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Flexible Spending

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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You can save money on your medical and/or dependent (daycare) expenses with a Flexible Spending Account. You set aside funds each pay period on a pre-tax basis and use them tax-free for qualified expenses. You pay no federal, state, or Social Security taxes on your contributions. Your Flexible Spending Account contributions are deducted from your paycheck before taxes are withheld, so you save on income taxes and have more disposable income.

 

Medical List of OTC Expenses
Medical Eligible Expense Quick Reference

 

FSA Store
FSA Store is an e-commerce website designed around shopping for FSA-eligible OTC items and purchasing via the Amazon.com shopping experience.

 

BRi Flexible Spending Forms

 

BRi Informational Documents

 

BRi Contact Information

 

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Paid Time Off and Vacation/Sick Leave Programs
Select the link below for more information regarding Paid Time Off and Vacation/Sick Leave Programs.

 

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Health Care Savings Plan
The Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP) is an employer-sponsored program administered by the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS). The HCSP is an individual tax-free account that allows Minnesota public employers to invest money in a medical savings account while employed. All benefit-eligible employees must participate in the HCSP adopted by their employer or bargaining unit.

HCSP Video

 

Health Care Savings Account Plan Documents

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Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

 

 

All of us experience times when a personal problem or crisis situation affects the way we function at work and home. As an employee of Scott County, you have access to assistance programs that offer a wide range of benefits to help improve mental health, reduce stress and make life easier - all easily accessible through the information provided below.

 

 

 

 

Sand Creek Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is offered to employees and their dependents free of charge. The EAP provides confidential, short-term counseling services for matters related to stress, chemical dependency, finances, relationships, work, and other life concerns. They provide up to 6 free counseling sessions and will refer individuals to a provider that will also accept the County’s health insurance if services are needed after the initial 6 free visits. Call 1.800.550.6248 or through the Sand Creek website for caring, confidential, professional counseling assistance.

Sand Creek EAP Brochure

Getting Started is Easy
  1. Go to Sand Creek website 
  2. To create an account and sign in
    1. company code: mncit
    2. enter your email address
    3. create a password
  3. For login assistance, select "Email Support"

 

Employee Assistance Program

The NIS EAP administered by Telus Health is available only to Scott County Benefit Eligible employees enrolled in the LTD Benefit through NIS.  Through this EAP you can receive no-cost, confidential help for a wide variety of needs and concerns. 

NIS EAP Brochure 

EAP Services are available to you two ways:

Phone: 866.451.5465

Online: www.niseap.com
Login: NISEAP   Password: EAP
(Note: Password is case-sensitive)

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Deferred Compensation Plans
Schedule a Virtual or In Person Meeting with a Representative Today!  See Links Below


We invite our deferred compensation vendors out twice a year. Look for promotions on Scott Connects a couple weeks prior to their visit!

  • MN Deferred Comp - Eric Smith
  • Nationwide (NACo) - Gregg Sperber 
  • Corebridge (VALIC) - Josh Nokes

It is important for you to speak with the Representative from each company or your own Financial Advisor to make decisions best suited to your personal financial needs and goals.

 

New Deferred Compensation Plan Limits for 2025

Under Age 50 $23,500
Age 50 & Older $31,000
Special 457(b) Catch-Up Provision $47,000

 

MN Deferred Compensation

 

Eric A. Smith
Retirement Specialist
Minnesota State Retirement System
651-357-5103
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Nationwide
Vendor Representative:
Gregg Sperber
507-202-3004
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Corebridge Financial (VALIC)

 

Click Here to Schedule an Individual Meeting

Vendor Representative:

Josh Nokes
Financial Advisor
Retirement Services | VALIC Financial Advisors
Corebridge Financial
7650 Edinborough Way, Suite #320, Edina, MN 55435
C (+1) 651.955.4266 | O (+1) 952.838.7800 | F (+1) 612.257.9960
Email: joshua.nokes@corebridgefinancial.com 


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Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
The Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) is a lifetime income, cost-sharing retirement plan for Minnesota public employees. PERA administers retirement, disability, and survivor benefits for local government and school district employees. PERA is established by Minnesota Statutes, governed by an 11-member Board of Trustees, and is a qualified defined benefit plan under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. PERA’s mission is to administer and promote sustainable retirement plans and provide services our members value. We do this by providing secure retirement benefits members can count on at affordable rates for public employers, with member-focused service delivery.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contribution rates for each PERA plan are as follows:

PERA Plan

Employee Contribution

Employer Contribution

General (Coordinated) Plan

6.50%

7.50%

Police and Fire Plan

11.80%

17.70%

Correctional Plan

5.83%

8.75%

Defined Contribution Plan

5.00%

5.00%

 

Pension Plan (PERA)
Forms
Contact Information
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Employee Banking Services

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Partnership Banking Opportunities

 

Old National Bank
Services Include

 

Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union

 

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Minnesota Benefit Association
The MBA is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing exclusive services, benefits, and scholarship programs to current or retired public employees and elected officials in the state of Minnesota.

 

 

 

Minnesota Benefit Association History

 

The Minnesota Benefit Association was formed in 1929 by Harold Holister to campaign for a state pension.
In 1931, the MBA sponsored legislation that established a retirement program for state employees. Building on this success, the MBA became the first designated organization to offer group life insurance to employees of the state. These benefits now seen as commonplace were unique and innovative types of financial protections.
Today, the Minnesota Benefit Association has grown to offer payroll deduction, scholarships, home and auto insurance, health insurance, and leadership training, along with a wide range of beneficial services for those that serve Minnesota.

 

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Identity Theft and Legal Services

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LegalShield Legal Plan
What the LegalShield Plan Covers:
  • The member.
  • The member's spouse.
  • Never-married dependent children of the member or member's spouse who are under 21 and living at home.
  • Children under age 18 for whom the member or member's spouse is the legal guardian.
  • Full-time never-married students under 23 years old if the student is a dependent of the member or member's spouse.
  • Any dependent child, regardless of age, who is incapable of sustaining employment because of mental or physical disability and who is chiefly dependent on the member or member's spouse for support.
Advice - Unlimited topics, personal or business even on pre-existing conditions.
24/7 Emergency Assistance - After-hours legal consultation for covered legal emergencies such as: if you're arrested or detained if you're seriously injured, if you're served with a warrant, or if the state tries to take your child(ren).
Letters and Phone Calls on Your Behalf - Available at the discretion of your Provider Lawyer.
Legal Document Review - Contracts/documents up to 10 pages each.

 

 

Standard Will Preparation:
  • Standard Will with yearly reviews/updates.
  • Available to covered family members for $20.
  • Other documents available: Living Will, Healthcare Power of Attorney.

 

 

Motor Vehicle Services:
  • Available 15 days after enrollment.
  • Available only if the member has a valid driver's license and is driving a properly licensed personal motor vehicle.
  • Moving traffic violations.
  • Accidents
  • Damage Recovery

 

 

IRS Audit Legal Services:
  • One hour of consultation, advice, or assistance when you are notified of an audit by the IRS.
  • An additional 2.5 hours if a settlement is not achieved within 30 days.
  • If your case goes to court, you'll receive 46.5 hours of your Provider Law Firm's services.
  • Coverage for this service begins with the tax return due April 15 of the year you enroll.

 

 

LegalShield Identity Theft Plan
What the LegalShield Identity Theft Plan Covers:
Credit Report - Conveniently log in to the LegalShield secure website for access to your up-to-date credit report based on data from TransUnion.
Personal Credit Score with Analysis - In addition to your credit report, LegalShield also provides a detailed analysis of your Personal Credit Score with your first credit report.
Continuous Monitoring with Activity Alerts:
  • Activate continuous credit monitoring via the LegalShield secure website.
  • Your TransUnion credit file will be monitored continuously.
  • Email alerts will notify you of any activity on your credit file. This email will direct you to the LegalShield secure site where you can log in to view alert data.
Identity Restoration Services:
  • The experts in identity theft restoration will step in and take over the restoration process for you, should you face an identity theft issue. They will customize the solution and work on your behalf to correct identity theft issues with affected agencies and institutions.
  • Fraud alert notifications will be sent to all three national credit repositories.
  • Proactive searches of local and national databases for any activity in your name that you may not be aware of.
Both the LegalShield Legal Plan and LegalShield Identity Theft Plan are offered to County employees through the MN Benefit Association.
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Annual Notices
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