The State of Washington offers a comprehensive, competitive
package of benefits to match the needs of our diverse workforce. These benefits
add approximately 30 percent to employees' base salary. Here's a brief
summary of benefits offered to eligible state employees:
Insurance
Employees and their families are covered by medical, dental,
and vision insurance, as well as basic life and long term disability insurance
plans. Additional insurance coverage is available at special group rates. Visit
the Health Care Authority for more information.
Retirement
State employees have an excellent retirement plan, which
includes a generous employer contribution rate. In addition, the state offers a
Deferred Compensation program for tax-deferred retirement investment. Visit the
Department of Retirement System for more information.
Vacation and Leave
Leave benefits include 12-22 days of vacation per year; eleven
paid holidays; twelve days of paid sick leave per year; newborn, adoptive, and
emergency child care leave; leave without pay for maternity and education; paid
leave for jury or other civil duties; and leave for military service.
Growth Opportunities
The state offers extensive opportunities for career growth and
personal development. Hundreds of workshops, seminars, and other training
opportunities are offered each year to build employee skills and develop
management capacity. In-training programs, rotational assignments, tuition
reimbursement, and promotional opportunities provide further potential for
personal and career growth.
Additional Benefits
Other benefits include flexible work schedules, an
Employee
Assistance Program, a
Dependent Care Assistance
Program, and credit union
membership.
