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.
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News & Updates
- Annual Enrollment for Benefits is Open – It’s time to enroll for 2025 benefits! Learn what’s new in 2025 and sign up for an information session.
- Deadline to Save $500 Extended to December 13 – Due to the hurricanes, the deadline to complete your biometric screening and health assessment has been extended to December 13.
- Dependent Verification Coming Soon – Will you cover a family member for benefits in 2025? Here’s how you can prepare now.
- 2025 New Medical Plan Vendor – As of January 1, 2025, Pinellas County’s plan coverage for medical, behavioral/mental health and EAP will be changing vendors from Cigna to UMR, a UnitedHealthcare company.
- New Benefit: FEDlogic – Get help navigating and maximizing benefits such as Social Security and Medicare.
- Maternity Time Off & Resources – Learn what leave time is available to an employee who gives birth including Short Term Disability and FMLA.
- FSA and HSA: What’s the Difference? – Here’s what you need to know about Flexible Spending Accounts versus Health Savings Accounts.
- Wellness News & Updates – View upcoming webinars 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
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 Rewards
- Credit Union – Free checking accounts, competitive loans.
- Employee Discounts – New discounts added regularly.
- 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
11/1/24