All Classified Staff (with the exception of FICA-exempt employees) who are employed at least 20 hours per week (.50 FTE) for at least 20 weeks in a fiscal year are required to participate in a retirement program.

• Classified Staff are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).*
• To enroll, complete ASRS enrollment forms and return completed forms to Human Resources.

* Eligible public safety personnel should contact their department regarding the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System. Eligible federal employees should contact their department regarding retirement plan options.

Annual Maximum Contribution and Compensation Limits