Many resources are available for members who are nearing retirement eligibility.
In order to best handle the most common questions and concerns surrounding this life-changing event, we have put together the following information and resources to help members make the best decision for their situation.
For employees who want a better understanding of how their retirement works and what options are available for them, the Retirement Systems Communications Team offers a variety of Retirement Planning Classes.
Members who have specific questions regarding retirement issues have the following options:
- Phone Retirement Systems at 703-279-8200
- E-mail the Retirement Systems at retirementquestions@fairfaxcounty.gov
- Read Your Retirement Handbook
- Enroll in a Retirement Class
- Schedule an appointment with your Retirement Analyst if you wish to retire or enter DROP and if you are within 6 months of retirement eligibility
To calculate your own estimated benefit for Normal Service, Early Service, Deferred Vested, or DROP contribution, please visit Your Retirement Account. Establish an account by choosing a Username and Password. You can run estimates to see different projections of benefits. |
1.) Decide what type of retirement you will apply for
Types of Retirement Offered by Fairfax County
- Normal Service Retirement, Early Service Retirement, Deferred Vested Retirement, Disability Retirement, Ordinary, Service-Connected
- DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program)
2.) The following links provide a timeline to help you work through the stages
of the year prior to your retirement or DROP entry date.
- Timeline for Normal, Early DROP Retirement - General County Employees
- Retirement Checklist for Police Officers
- Retirement Checklist for Uniformed Employees
- DROP Entry Timeline and Process
- Retirement/DROP Entry Checklist for School Employees
ALL Employees
- How Does My Sick Leave Benefit Me
- Does It Make Any Difference When I Retire During the Year?
- How is my part time service calculated?
- How do I use the Benefit Estimator?
- Beneficiary Information
- How do I start the Retirement Process?
- What Will My Retirement Pay Look Like?
- What is the Pre-Social Security Benefit?
- Enrolling or making changes to your Health/Dental Insurance/Medicare Coverage
- Options for Terminating/Separating Employment
- Psychological Challenges of Retirement
SCHOOL Employee Members of FCERS