Vacation
Full-time employee shall be entitled to accrue vacation leave. The amount accrued is based on the number of years of service. Part-time employees shall accrue vacation on the same basis as full-time employees but prorated to ˝ the amount Back to Top
Sick Leave
All regular full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 10 days per year (80 hours). Maximum sick leave accrual is 120 days (960 hours). Part time employees prorated to ˝. Classified Fire & Police shall accrue sick leave and be paid for any unused sick leave in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 143. Back to Top
Paid Holidays
The City of Bryan offers 12 paid holidays per year (10 scheduled plus 2 floating days). The scheduled holidays are as follows:
Life Insurance
The City of Bryan provides basic life insurance for all full- time regular employees at no cost to the employee. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Employer-paid Basic Life
Coverage Option: Two times base salary, subject to a maximum of $400,000. Includes matching Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)benefit. Coverage decreases at age 70 to 50% of the coverage in force prior to age 70.
Employee-paid Supplemental Life w/AD&D
Coverage Options: $10,000 increments with maximum coverage $500,000. $150,000 coverage is guaranteed for new employees if elected within 31 days of initial eligibility. The accidental dismemberment benefit is based on the type of loss sustained. Coverage decreases at age 70 to 50% of the coverage in force prior to age 70.
Employee-paid Spouse Life
Coverage Options: $20,000 or $50,000. All coverage is guaranteed if elected within 31 days of initial eligibility. Coverage decreases at age 70 to 50% of the coverage in force prior to age 70.
Employee-paid Child Life
Coverage Option: $10,000. All coverage is guaranteed if elected within 31 days initial eligibility. Coverage from live birth to 20 years, or 24 years if a full-time student.
Long Term Disability Insurance
The City of Bryan provides long-term disability insurance to all full-time regular employees. The coverage is intended to help assure an income when an employee is unable to work due to illness or injury. It covers disabilities on or off the job that last longer than six months. Employees may be eligible to receive a basic monthly benefit of up to 60% of their base salary. Back to Top
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
The Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) is the qualified, deferred, retirement plan for all City of Bryan full-time employees and those part-time employees who regularly exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year. These employees contribute 7% of their pre-tax pay that is matched on a 2-to-1 basis by the city. Participation is mandatory. Employees may qualify for retirement with 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age. Employees having public service at another entity may apply for time credit. Back to Top
ICMA-RC 457 Deferred Compensation
The City of Bryan offers a supplemental retirement option that is fully employee-funded. Full and part-time regular employees may enroll, stop deductions and/or make changes at any time. For plan year 2008, employees may contribute up to $15,500 per year or 25% of their salary, whichever is less. Back to Top
Flexible Benefits
The City of Bryan offers a Flexible Spending Account Plan that allows employees to have money taken out of their paycheck pre-taxed and set aside to use for medical and/or dependent care expenses. Back to Top
Tuition Reimbursement
All regular full-time employees that have completed their 6-month introductory period are eligible to participate in the tuition reimbursement program. Eligible employees may be reimbursed up to a maximum of $1200 per calendar year, (dependent upon availability of funds) for costs related to tuition and certain fees for approved courses. Back to Top
Health Insurance
The City of Bryan offers medical health coverage to all regular full-time employees. Coverage is effective on 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. However, if a participant is treated for any condition 90 days prior to the effective date, the condition will be considered pre-existing and that condition will not be covered for one year, unless the participant provided a certificate of coverage.
Additional health insurance information: Medical Coverage Mental Health Coverage Prescriptions Dental Coverage Eye Exams Back to Top
Employee Assistance Program
The City of Bryan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a confidential service designed to help employees and their immediate family members with problems such as relationships, legal, finances, drug/alcohol, depression or anxiety. Employees and/or immediate family members are allowed six (6) free counseling sessions per issue per year unless long-term care is recommended, then sessions will be applied toward health insurance. Legal assistance consists of three (3) free phone calls with an attorney per year and/or a 25% price discount. Call EAP at 1-866-EAP-2400 or visit their website at www.deeroaks.com. Back to Top
Worker's Compensation
Worker's compensation is a state-regulated insurance program that pays your medical bills and replaces a portion of you lost wages if you become injured at work or have a work-related disease or illness. In the event of death, benefits are paid to eligible family members. Back to Top
Fitness Memberships
In an effort to minimize health costs and promote wellness, the City of Bryan offers several discounted fitness memberships for its employees. NOTE: All forms must be signed by a representative of the Risk Management Department prior to enrolling at any of these fitness centers. For enrollment forms please click on the links below.
The Neal Recreation Center is operated by the City of Bryan in conjunction with Bryan Independent School District at Neal Elementary. Call 209-5210 for more information.
Vision Coverage
The City offers a voluntary Vision Program. Benefits include a comprehensive eye examination, as well as eyeglasses (lenses and frame), or contact lenses. Most services are at no additional cost, above any applicable copays. Back to Top