Business Services Department

Columbia Public Schools

Employee Benefits
Voluntary Retirement Programs
403(b) and 457(b)

Employees of the Columbia Public School District are eligible to participate in the voluntary retirement programs governed by Internal Revenue Service rules & regulations.  These programs allow employees to make pre-tax contributions to the carrier of their choice.  Contribution limits are $17,000 for 2012 for each plan and $22,500 if you are age 50 or older.

The list of the approved financial advisors participating in the 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available through the links below. 

NOTE:  Individuals wanting to make contributions out of their final sick leave payout check, must make the declaration of the contribution by the last day of employment, per IRS regulations.

403(b) PLAN:

457(b) PLAN: