Columbia College Benefits Overview
Columbia College offers the following benefits to its full-time employees. This summary is intended to be a partial description only, and is subject to change at the discretion of the Board of Trustees. Certain restrictions may apply. Specific questions should be addressed to (573) 875-7255 or HumanResources@ccis.edu, or see the list of insurance plan phone numbers
Life Insurance
Columbia College provides Group life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment in an amount equal to two times annual salary effective the first day of employment. This insurance is available at no cost to the employee. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment are available at a cost to the employee. Dependents are eligible through age 19, or through age 25 if a full-time student. See more Life Insurance information
Health Insurance
Group health insurance is available through United Healthcare effective the first day of employment. We offer two plans to choose from:
- Cost is $27/month
- $500 annual deductible
- 80% co-insurance (max of $1,000)
- $20 office visit co-payment
- Prescription co-payments of $10 (Tier 1) / $35 (Tier 2) / $60 (Tier 3).
Coverage for spouses and/or dependents is available at the following monthly cost (includes cost for employee):
family coverage: $462 spouse only: $323 child(ren) only: $167
Dependents are eligible through age 25. For more information, visit the United Healthcare Web site.
- Cost is $52/month
- No annual deductible
- 70% co-insurance (maximum of $1000)
- $15 office visit co-payment
- Prescription co-payments of $10 (Tier 1) / $35 (Tier 2) / $60 (Tier 3).
Coverage for spouses and/or dependents is available at the following monthly cost (includes cost for employee):
family coverage: $524 spouse only: $373 child(ren) only: $205
Dependents are eligible through age 25. For more information, visit the United Healthcare Web site.
Dental Insurance
Group dental insurance is available effective the first day of employment at a cost of $9 per month. The plan has a $50 deductible with preventive services covered at 100%, basic services at 80%, and major services at 50% with a $1,000 per person annual benefit.
Coverage for spouses and/or dependents is available at the following monthly cost (includes cost for employee):
family coverage: $66.00 spouse only: $33.24 child(ren) only: $41.76
Dependents are eligible through age 18, or through age 24 if a full-time student. More information
on dental insurance
or
visit the Assurant Web
site.
Voluntary Vision Plan
Vision Insurance is available effective the first of the month following date of hire at a cost of $14.06 per month. The VSP Vision plan with network benefits as follows:
- $10 office visit co-payment
- Eye exam every 12 months
- Lenses every 12 months
- Frames every 24 months
Coverage for spouses and/or dependents is available at the following monthly cost (includes cost for employee):
Family $37.03 Employee + 1 $22.50 Employee + child(ren) $22.97
More
Information on the Vision plan or
visit the VSP Web
site.
Unemployment and Workers' Compensation
Coverage is provided as required by law.
Long-term Disability Insurance
Disability insurance is provided after a 6-month waiting period. The benefit pays up to 60% of your salary after a 90-day elimination period.
Section 125 Cafeteria (Flexible Spending) Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts: Columbia College offers employees two accounts from which to participate: dependent care assistance and healthcare reimbursement. Full-time employees are eligible to participate after 90 days.Employee Educational Grant
Full-time employees, their spouses, and/or dependent children can enroll in undergraduate courses at Columbia College 100% tuition free after 6-months of employment. Full-time employee and adjunct faculty may enroll in undergraduate online courses 75% tuition free after 6 months of employment. Full-time employees can enroll in graduate Courses at Columbia College 75% tuition free after 1-year of employment. Restrictions may apply.
Tuition Exchange
Full-time employees are able to send their non-emancipated children to other member institutions with little or no tuition (fee/charge). Specific questions should be addressed to Admissions.
Retirement
The first of the quarter following one year of service, the College will contribute a percentage of the employee's annual salary to its defined contribution tax deferred annuity plan set up under IRS Code 403(b). It is mandatory. The contribution percentage is determined annually by the Board of Trustees and the employee becomes vested at a rate of 20% per year enrolled. Employees may contribute additional amounts. The College also offers a number of alternate companies for individual contributions.
Vacation
All regular full-time and part-time salaried administrative and support staff employees are eligible to receive paid vacation leave.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time and part-time salaried administrative and support staff employees are eligible to receive paid sick leave.
Holidays
Columbia College observes 11 holidays for all full-time staff. See holiday schedule.
Parking Permits
All employees are issued a parking permit for their vehicle(s), at no cost, for use in designated areas on campus.
Security
The Columbia College Security Department provides 24-hour a day security while on campus.
Check Cashing
Personal checks of up to $20.00 per day, per employee may be cashed in Registration and Financial Services.
Facilities
The dining facility, health center, recreational facilities, and Stafford Library are open and available to employees during regular business hours. Charges may exist.
Cultural Events and College Activities
Employees and a guest may attend most Columbia College events free of charge or at a reduced rate.
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