V704 VCSU Insurance

GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE

All eligible employees, their spouse and dependents, have the opportunity to participate in a group health insurance plan. VCSU pays the premium, which is effective the first day of the month following employment.

GROUP LIFE INSURANCE

All eligible employees shall be covered by a $3,500 life insurance policy. In addition to this basic coverage, employees may purchase additional life insurance up to $200,000 in increments of $5,000. Spouse and dependent coverage is available when supplemental insurance is purchased.

ELECTIVE INSURANCE

All eligible employees shall be given the option to purchase Dental, Vision, Long-Term Care, and other elective insurance at their own expense.

WORKERS COMPENSATION & DISABILITY

All eligible employees are covered by a disability plan and State Workers Compensation.

ENROLLMENT & CHANGES in COVERAGE

All eligible employees have the opportunity to enroll or make changes to their insurance coverage when they are hired, during annual open enrollment, or when a qualifying life event occurs. Enrollment or changes must be made within the timeline set by the insurance provider.

Sponsored by: Vice President for Business Affairs

Reviewed: Winter 1996

Revised: Spring 2004

Revised: Spring 2014