Employee Benefits

There are plenty of reasons to work at Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC), such as finding true and lasting fulfillment in your job, enjoying a great work/life balance, and being part of a family-friendly atmosphere. But we’d also like you to consider your Total Rewards—the combination of benefits, compensation, and rewards that employees receive from their employer.

Total Rewards Summary

Additional information on the College’s benefits package will be provided during onboarding. Please contact Human Resources with any questions.

• An exciting work environment that’s dedicated to the College’s mission
• Paid Time Off
  • Minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year (accrue at 1 day per month)
  • Sick days accrue at 1 day per month
  • Plus paid time off for holidays, spring break, and winter break
• Flexible benefits plans with Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance coverage
  • Employee medical premiums paid in full by the college, dependent coverage available for purchase
  • Other coverages available at low costs for employee and dependents
• Retirement plans for eligible employees
  • Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension (defined benefit) plan and defined-contribution FRS Investment Plan
  • Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), a defined contribution plan for eligible positions
  • Employees can contribute on a voluntary basis to a variety of tax shelter accounts such as the 403(b), Roth 403(b) post-tax, and/or a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Professional Development and Educational Opportunities for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (available help for resolving personal and family problems)
• Wellness Program with on-site facilities and programming