Discover employee benefits at Fort Lewis College

Fort Lewis College provides a benefits program to support employee health, well-being, and financial security. Faculty, administrative professional staff, and classified staff receive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement benefits tailored to their role. Benefits-eligible employees (.5 FTE and above) are covered from day one of employment.

Learn more about your benefits, including health insurance, wellness programs, generous employer retirement contributions, paid leave, campus perks, and professional development opportunities.

Retirement benefits for classified staff

Classified staff members are enrolled in the Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA), the State of Colorado's pension plan, with additional voluntary supplemental retirement options.

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Annual and sick leave for classified staff

Classified staff accrue up to 12 days of annual and 10 days of sick leave per year for their first 5 years of employment at FLC.

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Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and disability programs for classified staff

The State of Colorado develops and regulates benefits for classified staff at Fort Lewis College. The benefits package includes health, dental, life, and disability programs, with participation being optional for the employee.

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Paid family and medical leave insurance for classified staff

Colorado’s state-run paid family and medical leave insurance (FAMLI) program ensures employees have access to paid leave for significant life events, such as growing their family or caring for a loved one with a serious health condition.

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