0000108530 00000 n Its a good idea to keep your beneficiary designations up to date. I am a registered Democrat but I am ashamed that my party does nothing for the Retirees but is always out there helping people living other nations and giving out welfare for the new arrivals. Customer Sign In Learn More If the employee does not work normal business hours (for example, if they work the evening shift or the weekend shift), you must fax us their membership application (see Fax Enrollment instructions). Having your social security card or number may also prove to be handy. Note: you may wish to send the death certificate by certified mail, return receipt requested. NYSLRS has created a job code tool to help you pick the right codes and make sure that your employees receive the benefits to which they are entitled. If for whatever reason you need the permanent card urgently, ask the agent if theres a way that you can expedite the process or come pick it up so you dont have to wait for the mail. Thank you for your patience. Beneficiaries can update their contact information, manage their direct deposit information, update their federal tax withholding, generate an income verification letter and view account information. If you need help, we have step-by-step instructions on registering for your account and how to sign in for the first time. For the purposes of account access, enrollment inRetirement Onlineand tax information, beneficiary has a more specific meaning. Your Employee ID Number is also in your LATS-NY timesheet profile. If you dont have a Retirement Online account, you can change your tax withholding by filing a W-4P form. Sign In, and on your Account Homepage, select "Generate Mortgage Verification Letter.". Most Employees Retirement System (ERS) members can request a system-generated estimate (benefit projection) by phone as long as you have enough years of service to be eligible for a pension and you are age 50 or older. If they keep it in their records, then you can request your employer to give you a copy. Changing your phone number or email address? If you are already receiving aCOLApayment, you cansign in to Retirement Onlineto view a current breakdown of your pension payment, including the amount of your COLA.