Benefits Administration

Julia Sanders, Benefits Administration Manager
Tel: (301) 883-6380 (Press 4, Option 1)
Toll-Free: 1 (800) 634-5231 (Press 2 for Benefits)

The Benefits Administration Division (Division) is responsible for the management of all health benefit programs for active employees and retirees. The objectives of the Benefits Office are to provide employees and retirees with a selection of comprehensive benefits within available funding levels and to provide program participants with information to make informed choices and effectively utilize these important County sponsored benefits.

The Division provides basic administrative support to approximately 6,414 employees and 3,460 retirees. It is responsible for the management of all health and life insurance plans, employee assistance/wellness programs, and COBRA administration.

The County offers two health maintenance organization plans, one point of service plan, two dental options, prescription coverage, a vision plan, long term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and child day care. Additionally, the County offers the following voluntary benefits; Short-Term Disability (STD), Critical Illness Insurance, Permanent Whole life insurance, Accident Insurance and a Group Legal plan.

The Division staff provides you services such as briefings for new employees as part of New Employee Orientation, processing status changes, arranging COBRA coverage, and advocating for the benefit needs of employees and retirees.

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