Initiating Retirement

Retirement is a multi-step process. The following are steps you need to follow in order to initiate your retirement from YCCD:

1. Confirm your vesting benefits with Human Resources [LINK TO CONTACT US].
   
2. Complete the YCCD application for retiree benefits.  You will need to complete the YCCD Application for Retiree Benefits and the Social Security Administration form, “Request for Employment Information” which has a section that must be completed by Human Resources before being submitted to SSA. Human Resources can provide both forms. 
   
3.  If you have not already done so, contact STRS or PERS, and request an appointment for retirement counseling. They will review service credits, and the appropriate retirement formula. 
   
4. After speaking with STRS or PERS, and having identified a retirement date, submit the District Resignation Form (HR-P-310) and the District Exit Processing Form (HR P-311) The resignation date must be the day before the retirement date.
   
5. Apply for Medicare Parts A & B including any covered dependent who is 65 years or older as of your retirement date. Apply in person at a Social Security Office or online. The toll-free number of the Social Security Administration is 800-772-1213. The website is www.ssa.gov.