Benefits

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Employees of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) enjoy an excellent benefits package designed to support their well-being and work-life balance. The package includes health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and an employee assistance program. Additional benefits may include longevity pay, flexible work schedules, and telecommuting opportunities, all contributing to a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Standard Benefits

Employer-Matched Retirement Plans

• Employees Retirement System (ERS)
• Optional Retirement Program (for eligible THECB employees)

Group Insurance Benefits

• Employee and Dependent Health Coverage
• Optional Add-On Benefits

Paid Holidays

• Texas Holiday Schedule

Alternative Work Schedules

• Telecommuting Opportunities
• Flexible Work Schedules

Voluntary Tax-Deferred Savings Programs

• No Employer Match
• Texa$aver Program 401(k) and 457 plans (includes Roth options)
• 403(b) Tax-Deferred Account Program

Leave Benefits

• Annual Leave (paid vacation)
• Sick Leave (paid sick time)
• Compensatory Time

Longevity Pay

• $20/month for every two years of state service

Free On-Site Parking

• State employees have access to state parking garages during and after hours

Workers Compensation Insurance

• Learn More at the State Office of Risk Management

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Counseling, Guidance, Training, Resources, and Referrals
• Learn More at Alliance Work Partners

Texas Legal Insurance

• Learn More at Texas Legal

State Employee Associations

• Texas Public Employees Association
• Texas State Employees Union

Optional Add-on Benefits for Active Employees

Dental Coverage

• State of Texas Dental Choice Plan PPO
• DeltaCare USA DHMO

Vision Insurance

• State of Texas Vision

Optional Life Insurance

• Optional Term Life (Employees)
• Dependent Term Life

Voluntary AD&D Insurance (Accidental Death & Dismemberment)

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance provides a lump-sum payout for you or your family if an accident results in death or certain injuries.

Texas Income Protection Plan

• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability insurance

Discount Purchase Program

• Find discounts on a variety of products and services, with no fees or membership requirements.

TexFlex

• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Limited Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Spending Account