Human Resources

University of Massachusetts > Human Resources > Benefits

The following benefits and services are provided to President's Office employees.  Some benefits and accruals may be slightly different for USA/MTA unit members.  Please consult your collective bargaining agreement for specific information.

Health Insurance

• Health  
• Dependents age 19 and over 

Optional Insurance Plans

• Additional Life
• Long-term Disability

Dental Insurance

Vision Savings Program 

Long-Term Care Insurance 

Tuition Waiver/Remission

Employee Assistance Programs

• LifeWorks
• State's EAP Program
  

Holidays

Paid Leaves

• Vacation Days
• Personal Days 
• Sick Leave Days
• Sick Leave Bank 
• Bereavement Days

Unpaid Leaves

• Maternity Leave
• Parental/Adoptive Leave
• Family & Medical Leave Act 

Retirement Plans

• State Retirement Plan
• Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

 
Optional Retirement Savings 

• Tax Sheltered Annuities 403(B)
• 457 Smart Plan (State Deferred Compensation Program)

Optional Pre-Tax Programs

• Flexible Spending Accounts (HCSA/DCAP) 
• MBTA Pass Program
  

MetLife Benefits

• Automobile & Homeowners/Renters Insurance
• MetLaw Legal Plan
  

Investment & Banking Opportunities

• Direct Deposit 
• Credit Union 
• Savings Bonds 
• 529 College Savings Program 

State Employees Responding as Volunteers Program (SERV)

Mass Rides

Van Pool

Telecommuting Program

Mass Buying Power

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