Employee Benefits

Human Resources Office

Jamie Bennett-Yesh
Executive Director of Human Resources
 jyesh@glenoaks.edu
 269-294-4229

Candy Bohacz
Associate Director of Human Resources
 cbohacz@glenoaks.edu
 269-294-4232

Benefits That Support Your Life and Career

Glen Oaks Community College offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. As a community college committed to people-first values, we provide competitive benefits that help faculty and staff thrive—at work, at home, and in the communities we serve. From healthcare coverage to retirement planning, Glen Oaks invests in you so you can focus on what matters most: supporting students and making a meaningful impact.

Health and Wellness Benefits

Your health and well-being matter. Glen Oaks provides access to high-quality healthcare options so you and your family can feel confident in your coverage.

Medical Insurance

Eligible employees can choose from medical plans that provide comprehensive coverage for preventive care, doctor visits, hospital services, and specialty care.

Faculty Benefits

GOSSE/Administration Benefits
MESSA ABC Plan 1  Priority Health 250-500 Plan 
MESSA Choices Plan Priority Health 1650-3300 Plan 
  Priority Health 2000-4000 Plan 80% 
  Priority Health 2000-4000 Plan 100%

 

Dental Insurance

Dental plans help cover routine cleanings, exams, and many restorative procedures to support long-term oral health.

Faculty Dental

GOSSE/Administration Dental
MESSA Dental Plan Unum Dental Plan 

 

Vision Insurance

Vision coverage includes eye exams, lenses, frames, and discounts on vision correction services.

Faculty Vision

MESSA Vision Plan 

GOSSE/Administration Dental

Unum Vision Plan 

 

Retirement and Financial Security

Planning for the future is easier with retirement options that help you build long-term financial stability.
Full-time, regular faculty and full-time administrators have a choice between the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) and the College’s optional retirement program (ORP) managed by TIAA (Teachers Insurance Annuity Association).

All other employees, except student employees, participate in MPSERS.

MPSERS

Glen Oaks Community College participates with MPSERS. Eligible employees who choose to enroll in MPSERS make a mandatory employee contribution toward their retirement. This pre-tax contribution is deducted from the employee’s bi-weekly paycheck. The amount of the pre-tax contribution is determined by the MPSERS plan
chosen by the employee.

TIAA

For eligible employees who choose to enroll in the Glen Oaks Community College Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) managed by TIAA, Glen Oaks contributes 14% of the employee’s gross wages to the employee’s account. Employees can also make pre-tax contributions to maximize their retirement savings.

Additional Investment Opportunities – 403(b)

Employees may also choose to save additional retirement funds beyond the employer sponsored MPSERS or ORP plans. Employees can open supplemental savings accounts – such as a Roth 457 or additional 403(b) plans – through an approved provider listed on our Glen Oaks TSA Consulting Group webpage.

Work-Life Balance and Support

We recognize that a healthy balance between work and personal life is essential for success.

  • Paid holidays and time off
  • Supportive campus culture focused on collaboration and respect
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A mission-driven workplace serving students and the community

Why Work at Glen Oaks Community College?

Working at Glen Oaks means joining a close-knit community college dedicated to education, innovation, and regional impact. Employees play a vital role in helping learners succeed across southern Michigan and northern Indiana while enjoying the stability and benefits of public higher education.