Qualifying Status Changes
State and federal regulations only allow employees to add, change, or cancel coverage in pre-tax benefit plans if they experience a specific life event called a “Qualifying Status Change” (QSC).
Examples of QSC events include changes in employment status (such as starting or ending employment), loss of insurance coverage, and certain personal life changes, including marriage, the birth or adoption of a child, or gaining a new dependent.
If you have a QSC event that results in a gain or a loss of coverage eligibility, you have 60 days (unless otherwise noted) from the date of the event to make changes to your benefits. Changes include enrolling or cancelling benefits, increasing or decreasing coverage, or adding or removing dependents. Reference the State of Florida Group Insurance Program QSC Matrix for the complete list of QSC events and documentation requirements.
If you have a QSC event and want to change your benefits, you can make the change online at People First within 60 days of the event (unless otherwise noted) or contact the People First Service Center at 1-866-663-4735.
For additional information, visit the Making Changes to Your Plans page of the MyBenefits website.
Employment Classification Changes
If your position changes to a different employee class, your benefits may be affected. Some examples of employee class changes are:
- A&P to Faculty
- A&P to USPS
- A&P to OPS
- Faculty to A&P
- USPS to A&P
- USPS to Faculty
- Etc.
Refer to the Employment Classification Change Matrix for additional information regarding how insurance, retirement and leave accruals are impacted.
State of Florida Insurance Coverage Reminder:
If an employee enrolled in State of Florida insurance transfers to an OPS position, their current coverage and payroll deductions will continue automatically unless action is taken to cancel coverage. Employees who wish to cancel coverage must contact People First within 60 days of their classification change at 1-866-663-4735.
Termination
If you are terminating employment with the University of Central Florida, the Offboarding Guide should be referenced, as it has very helpful information regarding how benefits are affected.