No. You can continue working beyond your eligibility date. Your benefit will grow as you earn more service credit and reach older retirement ages.
FAQ Category: Active Members
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How can I estimate my benefit?
Use the estimator in MySCERS or the guest calculator on scers.gov. You may also request a formal estimate if you’re within 12 months of retirement.
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When am I eligible to retire?
It depends on your tier. Most members need at least five years of service credit and must meet the minimum age for their tier.
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How should my family report my death?
Use the Report a Death tool under Member Resources on scers.gov. This is SCERS’s preferred method and initiates the follow-up process.
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Who receives my death benefit?
Eligible survivors (spouse, registered domestic partner, minor children) have legal priority. If none exist, the benefit is paid to your named beneficiary or estate.