The State of Vermont's Deferred Compensation 457(b) Plan helps you develop a savings and investment strategy for your retirement.
Plan Highlights
Maximum Contributions for 2024
The under age 50 maximum annual contribution is $23,000.
The age 50 and over maximum annual contribution is $30,500.
Maximum Contributions for 2025
The under age 50 maximum annual contribution is $23,500.
The age 50 and over maximum annual contribution is $31,000.
Coverage
Deferred Compensation is a savings and investment plan for your retirement. The Vermont State Retirement System oversees the investment options and established the plan. All contributions can be made on a pre-tax or after tax basis depending upon the accounts you elect.
Cost
Participation in the Deferred Compensation plan is voluntary. You determine how much you wish to contribute to the plan, that amount is then deducted from your paycheck and transferred directly to your Deferred Compensation account.
Eligibility
The Deferred Compensation plan is available to all state employees (including temporary employees) and to employees of other public agencies such as municipalities, school districts, boards, and commissions if the public agency has elected to offer it.
Enrollment and Deduction Changes
You can enroll, change your deduction, or stop your deduction online by navigating to the Deferred Compensation tile in VTHR Self-Service:
Detailed Instructions (pdf)
If you are unable to complete the process online, contact DHR.Benefits
Administrator
Empower Retirement - Vermont Retirement Systems
877-738-8376
(for account access and questions regarding disbursements)
Contact Your Local Representatives (for investment counseling)