Employee Benefits Division
The Employee Benefits Division plays a vital role in the comprehensive management of benefits programs for various stakeholders. We are committed to providing top-notch services for city employees, external agencies, constitutional offices, retirees, and eligible dependents.
Our extensive range of benefits programs covers Health Insurance, Tricare Supplement, Employee and Dependent Life Insurance, Dental and Vision plans, COBRA, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), which includes medical reimbursement, elder and child care, transportation, and pre-taxed parking benefits. Additionally, we offer an OBRA 457(b) Plan, a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan to help secure the financial future of our employees.
To further support our employees, we conduct new employee benefits on-boarding sessions, pre-retirement seminars, and an engaging wellness program. The wellness program encompasses vital services such as blood drives, free on-site flu shots clinics, discounted gym memberships, 'Lunch and Learn' programs, and free on-site biometric screenings encouraging a healthy and thriving community within the city workforce.
With our dedicated team and a diverse range of benefits programs, we aim to ensure the well-being of all members of the city's workforce, both present, and retired. We continuously strive to improve and evolve our services to meet the ever-changing needs of our community.
Location: City Hall at St. James, 117 West Duval Street, Suite 150, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm
Phone: 904-255-5555
Fax: 904-255-5565
Email: Benefits@coj.net
Directory: Employee Benefits Staff & Plan Providers Contact information
Upcoming Webinars, Seminars, and Wellness Events
Wellness Live Webinars
May is National Mental-Health Awareness month. If you or loved ones have been experiencing feelings of anxiety, burn-out, and even depression, you don’t have to walk the road alone. We, at Florida Blue, are here for you. Read on to access the many resources we provide to support you and those you care about.
Register today for Florida Blue’s wellness education live webinars. Or click the link on the date below to register directly into that specific webinar:
- Staying Hydrated (Ask the Dietitian) – Wednesday 5/8 – 1:00pm – 1:45pm ET
- Weight and Chronic Conditions (3-week series) – Thursday 5/9, 5/16, and 5/23 – 2:00pm –3:00pm ET
- Mental Well-Being for Caregivers – Tuesday 5/14 – 1:00pm – 1:45pm ET
- Healthy Eating: Mindful Eating (Ask the MD – Sanitas) – Wednesday 5/15 – 12:00pm – 1:00 pm ET
- Youth Mental Health (Behavior Health) – Thursday 5/16 – 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET
Missed passed webinars? Listen to past webinars recordings here.
Wellness Events
Pre-Retirement Seminars
Click here for Pre-Retirement dates and locations and then click here to make a reservation
Financial Wellbeing Webinars
For the past webinars, you can still register to replay the webinar on demand.
JAN 17- Basic Budgeting & Money Management (You can still register to replay the webinar on demand)
FEB 21- Retirement Account Basics:Your Employer Plan & Beyond (You can still register to replay the webinar on demand)
FEB 29- Executive Benefits:Leveraging Your Workplace Benefits, Life & Disability Insurance
MAR 20- Prioritizing Your Debt Goals:What Debt to Pay Off First (You can still register to replay the webinar on demand)
APR 17- Navigating the Financial Impact of Life Events:Home Purchases
MAY 15- Navigating the Financial Impact of Life Events:What to Expect When Expecting
JUN 12- Navigating the Financial Impact of Life Events:Whole Family Financial Plan
JUL 17- When Do I Need a Professional Financial Planner & Estate Plan?
AUG 21- Preparing to Retire
SEP 18- Your Employer Benefits & You (Open Enrollment Discussion)
SEP 26- High-Net-Worth Employees:Navigating & Maximizing Benefits
OCT 16- The Election & Its Impact on Your Wallet
NOV 20- Investing 101
DEC 18- Your Financial Review for the Year
City of Jacksonville Benefit Plans
Employee Benefits Guide (ADA)
Retiree Benefits Guide (ADA)
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Retiree Benefits Guide (
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