Benefits
Johnson County Benefits Resource Center
The benefits outlined on this site apply only to Johnson County benefits-eligible employees. State officials and employees are not eligible for county-sponsored benefits.
📘 Start Here: Benefits Enrollment Resources
These materials help new employees understand their 2026 benefit options.
- 📗 2026 Benefits Guide Book
- 📊 2026 Open Enrollment Presentation
- 🎥 2026 Video Presentation - Password JCOE2026
- PlanSource Employee Benefits Portal - Reset Password Instructions
- 🛡️ No Surprises Act
📅 2026 Open Enrollment Information (Closed)
- Open Enrollment for 2026 has ended, but details remain available for reference.
- Open Enrollment Dates: October 27 – November 7, 2025
- 2026 Open Enrollment Overview Includes: Key Benefit Changes, Meeting Schedule, Enrollment Checklist
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Open Enrollment Kickoff Event (Archived) Held Thursday, October 23, 2025
📢 Employee Updates & Important News
- NetSuite Initial Login Instructions for Employees WITHOUT a County Email Address
- Update: LabCorp/BCBS October 2025 Claims Correction
- How to Find Your 1099-SA in your PlanSource HSA Account
- How to Find Your 1095C Statement in the PlanSource Employee Benefits Portal
🕒 Time Off & Leave Benefits
Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals
Following the successful completion of the 13-pay-period orientation period, full-time employees become eligible for vacation and sick leave benefits as follows:
| Service Time | Accrual Time / Maximum Hours |
| 6 months - 5 years | 3.076 hours every pay period/ maximum of 120 hours |
| 5 - 10 years | 3.692 hours every pay period/ maximum of 144 hours |
| 10 - 15 years | 4.615 hours every pay period/ maximum of 180 hours |
| 15 - 20 years | 5.23 hours every pay period/ maximum of 204 hours |
| 20 + years | 6.153 hours every pay period/ maximum of 240 hours |
Sick Leave
Employees accrue 3.692 hours every pay period, with a maximum accrual of 720 hours.
Bonus Vacation
Employees who do not use any sick time over the course of one year will be awarded three paid bonus vacation days (24 hours) in addition to their regular earned vacation time.
Personal Time
Each January, 24 hours of personal time is allocated to employees. Employees must complete a 6-month orientation period before becoming eligible for personal time. Personal time does not carry over from year to year. Employees will not be compensated for unused personal time upon leaving Johnson County.
🏦 Retirement & Savings Programs
Johnson County provides a comprehensive retirement plan through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), helping employees build a secure financial future.
- Employees contribute 7% of their gross earnings each payday.
- The County matches the contribution dollar-for-dollar, helping build a strong foundation for your future.
- Participation is mandatory and begins on your first day of employment.
Get started by exploring these helpful resources:
- Welcome to TCDRS
- TCDRS Summary
- One of the Many Reasons to Take this Job
- New Member Account Registration
- New Hire FAQ
- TCDRS FAQ
- What TCDRS Members Can Do Online
- Rather watch than read? Check out TCDRS information videos.
Cafeteria Plan & Deferred Compensation
Employees can also take advantage of flexible benefits designed to reduce taxable income and support long-term financial goals. Deferred Compensation Programs are available through Nationwide and Corebridge Financial, offering a variety of tax-advantaged savings strategies.
💵 Pay & Holidays
Pay
- Employees are paid bi-weekly, every other Friday.
- Payroll is processed two weeks after the time is worked.
- If a payday falls on a county holiday, employees will be paid on the preceding workday.
Paid Holidays
- The county provides 13 paid holidays each year.
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