Miami-Dade County provides retirement benefits for eligible employees through the Florida Retirement System (FRS). The FRS is qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code and provides a defined benefit (FRS Pension Plan) and a defined contribution plan (FRS Investment Plan) option.
When you work for the state, the Florida Retirement System (FRS) offers two retirement options: The FRS Pension Plan provides a monthly benefit to you when you retire.
Miami-Dade teachers may choose the FRS Pension Plan, a traditional defined benefit plan, rather than the FRS Investment Plan. There is also a Hybrid Option for the Investment Plan.
For normal retirement and to receive your full monthly benefit, you must be age 65 with at least 8 years of service or have 33 years of service regardless of age.
State and Local Governments Sponsor “Defined Benefit” Plans for Their Employees. As part of employment, the state provides defined benefit pension plans for its employees and for those of public schools and community colleges.
Consider saying ``Thank you for the bonus. I am so appreciative of it. I will continue giving my best every day''. Adding that second and third line makes all the difference.
Be straightforward, be sincere and don't be afraid to ``toot your own horn''. Be respectful and let them know how much you love your job and what you do. Then, simply ask for your bonus (or raise). You can either leave out the amount, or if you do state an amount, be ready to negotiate.
“During the period of (MMDDYYYY to MMDDYYY) (EMPLOYEE/GROUP NAME) (description of accomplishment-list the duties and accomplishment the employee has done to deserve this Award). This exceeded expectations as identified in the current performance plan by: Improving quality. Timely completion of the project.
In your letter, include the ways your current position makes you well-suited to the new job. Offer specific ways you've made an impact and why you're uniquely qualified to take on the responsibilities required. Find a trusted referral from within the organization to endorse you for the role or promotion.
If you're asking for a bonus for a specific project, provide facts and figures about the outcome of the project and how it exceeded the stakeholders' requirements. If you're asking for a bonus for more general reasons, offer details about why you deserve it.