Benefits
We value our employees and believe in rewarding each of you for the contributions you make to the County. An important part of your total compensation is the value of the employee benefits. Refer to the links below and to What We Offer for a summary of the wide variety of benefits available to you.
News & Updates
- New Financial Advisor – Employees now have free access to the services of a Wealthspire financial advisor.
- Financial Resources – View a newly developed list of over 40 free financial resources to help take control of your money.
- EAP Counselor Expands Availability – Our onsite Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Counselor Lorelei Keif now offers expanded hours to assist employees.
- Colon Health Screening Kit – Eligible employees and dependents on the medical plan were mailed a free Cologuard® test kit.
- Wellness News & Updates – View upcoming activities and important updates related to wellness.
Contact Benefits
- Phone: (727) 464-3367, option 1, weekdays 8 am – 5 pm
- Email: employee.benefits@pinellas.gov
- Schedule an appointment (in person or Teams): Benefits Consultation or Retirement or DROP Consultation
- Give feedback: How are we doing? (4-question survey)
The Benefits team is available to visit your worksite.
Access one list of all benefits vendors (20 total) including websites and phone numbers.
Other Benefits
Earn Cash
- Referral Program – Earn up to $1,000 for referring a new employee.
- Suggestion Awards – Earn cash for your ideas, up to $2,500.
Financial Benefits
- Credit Union – Free checking accounts, competitive loans.
- Employee Discounts – New discounts added regularly.
- Financial Advisor – Free financial guidance.
- Rewards Program (internal link) – Over 12,000 items including gift cards.
- Tuition Reimbursement – Get reimbursed for classes taken on your own time.
Time Off / Leave
- FMLA
- Disability: Short and Long Term
- Leave Time (Paid)
- Maternity Time Off (FMLA, Short Term Disability)
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