The Hawaii PTS Enrollment form is designed for part-time, temporary, and seasonal/casual employees of the State of Hawaii who wish to participate in the PTS Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan. Completing this form allows employees to set aside a portion of their earnings for retirement, ensuring they have financial support when they separate from service.
Any part-time, temporary, or seasonal/casual employee of the State of Hawaii who wants to enroll in the PTS Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan must complete this form. It's essential for employees to provide accurate information to avoid delays in receiving their distribution checks upon separation from service.
The enrollment form requires several key pieces of information:
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Your identifying and employment information, including your name, address, phone number, and Social Security number.
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Your date of birth and gender.
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Details about your department and position title.
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Beneficiary information, including the name and relationship of the person you wish to designate to receive your funds in case of your death.
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Any other employment information, such as whether you are employed in other State jobs or if you are an ERS retiree.
Failure to complete the form accurately can lead to significant issues. Inaccurate or incomplete information may result in back taxes or penalties imposed by the Internal Revenue Code. Additionally, it could delay or prevent you from receiving your distribution check after you separate from service.
Once you have filled out the enrollment form, send it to National Benefits Services, LLC at the following address:
P.O. Box 6980, West Jordan, UT 84084. Ensure that you send the form promptly to avoid any delays in processing your enrollment.
If you have special needs or require auxiliary aids for effective communication, such as large print or audiotape, the Plan Booklet can be made available to you. This is in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For further assistance, you can contact CFP/LSW at 596-7006, or if you are on a neighbor island, call toll-free at 1-800-600-7167.
What deductions will be taken from my paycheck?
As a participant in the PTS Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan, 7.5% of your gross wages will be deducted from each paycheck. This amount will be deposited into your retirement plan. It’s important to note that you will not contribute to Social Security, but you will contribute to Medicare.