We believe that healthy employees are happier and more successful. That’s why UC San Diego is
committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that is recognized as being among the best in
the San Diego area. We provide a variety of healthcare plan options and benefits designed to achieve a
work-life balance as well as help you plan for your financial future including a generous pension
plan. Check it out!
MEDICAL PLANS — Full medical coverage for the entire family beginning on your first
day of employment. UC provides an impressive selection of medical plans that considers the diverse
needs of employees and their families and ensures access to quality providers.
DENTAL & VISION PLANS — These plans are fully paid by the university for Career
and Contract employees working 50-100% time and their families.
PAID VACATION — Generous vacation accrual begins the first day of work — 3 weeks
per year to start for most career employees, increasing based on years of service.
PAID SICK LEAVE — Full-time employees earn 12 days per year with unlimited
accrual.
PAID HOLIDAYS — 13 days per year at most UC locations.
RETIREMENT SAVINGS
— University of California Retirement Plan (UCRP) or 401(k) Savings Plan
REDUCED TUITION — For eligible employees who enroll in qualified UC classes.
TAX-SAVINGS PLANS — Employees can pay their monthly health and welfare plan
premiums, dependent child care expenses, and parking and transportation costs on a pre-tax basis
through automatic payroll deduction.
SAVINGS INVESTMENT PLANS
— For most people, more than half your retirement income will have to come from your own savings and
investments. The University offers several attractive and convenient ways to supplement your
retirement savings.
LIFE INSURANCE— UC automatically provides basic coverage for eligible employees.
An array of affordable additional coverage is also available for employees and their family members.
DISABILITY INSURANCE
— UC automatically provides short-term coverage for eligible employees and affordable expanded
coverage options are available.
WORKERS' COMPENSATION— Workers' Comp is provided as required under state law.
ACCIDENT INSURANCE— The University pays the full cost of business travel accident
insurance to cover employees while traveling on official UC business. Employees can purchase
low-cost accidental death and dismemberment insurance for themselves and family members.
LEGAL SERVICES PLAN— Employees may purchase insurance from the legal services
plan.
AUTO, HOMEOWNER & RENTER INSURANCE— UC employees have access to group rates for
auto, renter, and homeowners insurance through Farmers GroupSelectSM.
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