Pomona College offers a flexible benefits program, which allows employees to make individual benefits selections based on personal needs. Employees will have the opportunity to make benefits selections each year at Open Enrollment. Eligibility for this program is full-time and part-time regular employment, scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week. Temporary employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week for a minimum of a 12-month period are eligible for benefits excluding long-term disability. Complete benefits program details.
Medical Insurance
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.*
Cost to Employee
Employees pay a portion of the premium cost of coverage. Premiums are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a pre-tax basis.
Description
There are three medical plans available. The monthly employee portion of premium payments are as follows:
Employees earning under $52,000
| Medical Plan | Employee Only | Two Party | Family |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser HMO | $45.46 | $95.46 | $136.37 |
| Anthem Blue Cross HMO | $53.34 | $112.00 | $159.85 |
| Anthem Lumenos HDHP | $57.60 | $242.15 | $520.28 |
Employee earning over $52,000
| Medical Plan | Employee Only | Two Party | Family |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser HMO | $45.46 | $190.91 | $409.10 |
| Anthem Blue Cross HMO | $53.34 | $223.99 | $479.54 |
| Anthem Lumenos HDHP | $57.60 | $242.15 | $520.28 |
* Bargaining unit members are eligible for medical and dental coverage through UNITE HERE Health after 2 full months of employment.
Dental Insurance
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.*
Cost to Employee
Employees pay a portion of the premium cost of coverage. Premiums are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a pre-tax basis.
Description
There are two Cigna dental plans available. The monthly employee portion of premium payments are as follows:
| Dental Plan | Employee Only | Two Party | Family |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cigna Dental DHMO | $4.18 | $14.85 | $32.15 |
| Cigna Dental PPO | $48.96 | $102.96 | $210.05 |
* Bargaining unit members are eligible for medical and dental coverage through UNITE HERE Health after 2 full months of employment.
Vision Plan
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.
Cost to Employee
The Claremont Colleges currently pays the full premium cost of employee-only coverage for the Anthem Core Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of coverage for Anthem Core Plan coverage for dependents and the Anthem Buy-Up Plan. Premiums are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a pre-tax basis.
Description
There are two Anthem vision plans available. The monthly employee portion of premium payments are as follows:
| Vision Plan | Employee Only | Two Party | Family |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vision Core | $0.00 | $1.36 | $3.05 |
| Vision Buy-Up | $6.42 | $10.83 | $17.95 |
Employee Assistance Program
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.
Cost to Employee
The Claremont Colleges currently pays the full premium cost of the Employee Assistance Program.
Description
The Employee Assistance Program offers confidential advice and counseling services to eligible employees and their immediate family members available 24/7 relating to issues such as parenting, loss or grievance, relationship problems, substance abuse, self-improvement, mental health, financial concerns, and legal-referral assistance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.
Cost to Employee
Employee contributions are deducted from paycheck on a pre-tax basis.
Description
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for certain out-of-pocket eligible expenses and dependent care costs.
There are three types FSAs available:
- Healthcare FSA
- Limited Scope Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
Long-Term Disability
Effective Date
First day of employment if working 30 hours or more.
Cost to Employee
The Claremont Colleges currently pays the full premium cost of long-term disability.
Description
Employees may apply for long-term disability (LTD) coverage after being disabled for 180 days. LTD coverage could pay 66⅔ percent of employee’s covered monthly salary, up to a maximum benefit of $15,000 per month.
Long-Term Care
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.
Cost to Employee
Employee’s age and selected plan at first enrollment determine the employee’s monthly premium rate for the coverage.
Description
Long-term care insurance provides enrollees with access to personal assistance from care coordinators who are knowledgeable in the field of long-term care. In addition to conventional nursing home coverage, the policy covers services received in employee’s own home. Other types of care facilities may be covered.
Life Insurance
Basic Life Insurance
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.
Cost to Employee
The Claremont Colleges currently pays the full premium cost of Basic Life Insurance.
Description
The benefit amount is equal to one times the employee’s basic annual earnings (rounded to the next $1,000). The minimum coverage amount is $20,000, and the maximum coverage amount is $50,000.
Supplemental Life Insurance
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.
Cost to Employee
Employees pay the full premium cost of coverage. Premiums are deducted from employee’s paycheck on an after-tax basis.
Description
Coverage is available in the following amounts:
| Eligible Member | Coverage Amount |
|---|---|
| Employee | 1–4 times employee’s basic annual earnings (rounded to the nearest $1,000), to a maximum of $1 million |
| Spouse | $10,000 increments, to a maximum of $250,000 or 50% of employee’s combined Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance coverage |
| Child(ren) Birth - 6 months |
$1,000 |
| Child(ren) 6 months & older |
$5,000 |
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.
Cost to Employee
Employees pay the full premium cost of coverage.
Description
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance protects employees and their families in the event of an accident-related death or dismemberment. AD&D Insurance is available in the following amounts:
| Type of Coverage | Coverage Amount |
|---|---|
| Employee | $25,000 increments, up to $500,000, but not exceeding 10x employee’s annual salary if the selection is over $250,000 |
| Spouse |
If only a spouse/domestic partner is covered, the spouse’s coverage amount is 100% of the employee’s coverage amount. If a spouse/domestic partner and children are covered, the spouse’s coverage amount is 80% of the employee’s coverage amount |
| Children |
If only children are covered, the children’s coverage amount is 30% of the employee’s coverage amount If a spouse/domestic partner and children are covered, the children’s coverage amount is 20% of the employee’s coverage amount Maximum benefit amount of $50,000 |
Academic Retirement Plan
Effective Date
Employer contributions effective after 1 year of employment.
Grade 13 and higher are eligible first day of the month after date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College contributes 10% of the employee’s annual salary upon satisfying the service requirement and attainment of age 21.
Employee voluntary elective deferrals can be made on a pre-tax or Roth after-tax basis upon date of hire.
Description
The Academic Retirement Plan (ARP) is the primary retirement plan for The Claremont Colleges. All faculty and staff (excluding students) are eligible to participate through voluntary elective deferrals upon date of hire. Eligible employees 50 years of age or older may contribute an additional “catch up” contribution. Eligible employees who exceed the social security taxable wage base will receive an additional 2% “step-up” contribution for the remainder of the calendar year. Contributions are vested 100% immediately upon participation in the ARP.
Pet Insurance
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
The Claremont Colleges provides a 5% discount on the premium cost of coverage. Employees pay remaining portion.
Description
Pet insurance from Pets Best helps to reimburse on veterinary bills when employee’s dog or cat is sick or injured. Pets Best BestWellness™ plan offers coverage for pet’s routine care.
Library Access
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
The Claremont Colleges pays the full cost of this benefit.
Description
Faculty and staff receive library privileges at all of the Claremont Colleges libraries including online library access.
Amusement Park, Athletic & Cultural Events Discounts
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College provides discounts to various amusement parks.
Description
Free admission to intercollegiate athletic events and discounts to cultural events and amusement parks.
Child Care
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Employees pay the full cost of tuition.
Description
Pomona College, in cooperation with the Early Childhood Center of the Claremont United Church of Christ, sponsors a child care program for dependents of faculty and staff between the ages of 6 months and five years. The program provides for guaranteed priority-access, holiday, and drop-in care.
Coop Fountain
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays for cost of beverages.
Description
Free soda and coffee when you bring your own cup to the Coop Fountain.
Dependent FSA Subsidy
Effective Date
First day of the month after date of hire, or date of hire when date of hire is the first day of the month.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays subsidy based on a sliding scale dependent on employees’ annual salary and amount of employee voluntary contribution. Employees pay remaining portion.
Description
Pomona College contributes toward the cost of employees’ dependent flexible spending account.
Dining Hall Access
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College provides discounted rates for employees.
Description
Dining Services offers meal plans and discounted door prices for employees.
Fitness & Wellness Program
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College provides this program for the health and welfare of its faculty and staff.
Description
Faculty, staff, and their spouses/partners and dependents are eligible for recreational facility use during regularly scheduled hours. In addition, the PE/Athletic department provides several programs during lunch and after work hours such as yoga, Pilates, aerobics, walking, and swim programs.
Metrolink & Bus Pass Reimbursement
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays the full cost of eligible Metrolink and bus pass reimbursements.
Description
Faculty and staff are reimbursed for costs associated with Metrolink or public bus transit up to $100.
Notary Public Services
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays the cost of the service.
Description
The Office of Real Property offers notary public services for staff and faculty.
Paid Time Off
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College provides for the accrual of time off benefits, plus providing holidays. For more information, please refer to the Staff Handbook.
Description
Pomona College provides the following time off benefits:
Time Off Benefit
- 10 holidays
- Personal time
- School closure during Winter Break
- Sick
- Supplemental emergency sick leave
- Vacation
- Summer early release
Parking
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays full cost of parking.
Description
Parking permits are available to faculty, staff and students free of cost from Campus Safety.
Rideshare Incentive
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays $2.00 per day for eligible alternate modes of transportation.
Description
Faculty and staff are eligible to receive the incentive for utilizing alternate modes of transportation to and from work including bicycle, public transportation, carpool, walking, and zero emission vehicles.
Tuition Aid
Undergraduate Tuition Aid
Effective Date
After 1 year of employment.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays a portion of tuition. Employees pay remaining portion.
Description
For eligible full-time employees, Pomona College pays a maximum of 100% of tuition only for a half-time academic load per term.
For eligible spouse, registered domestic partner and/or dependents, Pomona College pays a maximum of 50% of tuition only per term, not to exceed 50% of Pomona College tuition.
Graduate Tuition Aid for Staff
Effective Date
After 1 year of employment.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays a portion of tuition. Employees pay remaining portion.
Description
Pomona College pays a maximum of 50% of tuition only for a half-time academic load per term. This is a taxable benefit.
Travel Accident Insurance
Effective Date
Upon date of hire.
Cost to Employee
Pomona College pays the full cost of the coverage.
Description
Eligible employees are covered for accidental death or dismemberment while traveling on college-authorized business.