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.
All faculty and administrative professional staff positions are non-classified employees of Fort Lewis College, governed by the college's policies and procedures.
Classified employees are part of the Colorado State Personnel System and are governed by State Personnel Board Rules and Procedures and the Partnership Agreement.
Fort Lewis College offers 11 paid holidays annually for all faculty and staff, ensuring time to rest and recharge.
Take advantage of tuition-free classes while working at Fort Lewis College! Benefited faculty and staff (.5 FTE or higher) may enroll in up to 9 credit hours per academic year for free.
Fort Lewis College offers two Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) to employees and their dependents. These programs provide 6–8 free counseling sessions per fiscal year.
Fort Lewis College offers faculty and staff resource groups that foster community, support, and advocacy.
Fort Lewis College faculty and staff get a 10% discount on Community Concert Hall performances—save while enjoying world-class arts on campus!
Fort Lewis College prioritizes work-life balance with family-responsive policies and programs to support employees in maintaining a healthy relationship between work and home life.
Fort Lewis College is a qualifying “public service organization” under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. This means you may be eligible for loan forgiveness on your William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program loans after making 120 qualifying payments while employed full-time by certain public service employers.
The John F. Reed Library offers extensive resources to support faculty and staff's academic and professional needs.
Your SkyCard is your employee ID, library card, and ticket to athletic events. It gives you access to discounted Durango Transit fares, 20% off at the FLC SkyStore (excluding textbooks), and access to employee meal plans, the Student Life Center, and Outdoor Pursuits memberships.
The Campbell Child and Family Center is an early care and education program staffed by highly qualified professionals. Faculty and staff with children aged 1 to 5 years can enroll in this convenient on-campus childcare program.
Faculty and staff can purchase an annual membership to join Outdoor Pursuits. Members enjoy access to a variety of local, regional, and international trips, activities, clinics, and workshops.
Join the Old Fort’s community supported agriculture (CSA) program and receive a weekly share of the field’s best produce. At about $25 per week, it’s an affordable way to enjoy high-quality, seasonal produce.
The State of Colorado’s Human Resources Department collaborates with Colorado-based companies to offer special discounts and benefits exclusively for state-classified employees.
Fort Lewis College offers the Employee Mortgage Assistance Program (EMAP) to help faculty and staff achieve homeownership. With a $1,000,000 fund managed by HomesFund, EMAP bridges the gap between housing costs and what is considered affordable.
Faculty and staff can purchase gently used retired campus computers and access free Microsoft Windows and Office software via Office 365.
The Student Life Center offers memberships with access to fitness facilities, group classes, free weights, and recreational amenities. Options like punch passes and payroll deduction make staying active easy. Membership also includes Intramural Sports for all skill levels.