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I've Decided to Retire...Now What? Video Series
So you've decided this is the year you're going to retire...Now what?
Our video series "I've Decided to Retire...Now What?" is your insiders guide to the SJCERA retirement process. Whether you are still thinking about dates or needing a more in depth dive into the retirement packet, we got you covered!
You can watch the published videos on our YouTube page.
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Retirement 101: Establishing Reciprocity
If you've worked for more than one California public agency, reciprocity could play a key role in your retirement benefits.
Register for our upcoming 30-minute webinar on August 14th: Establishing Reciprocity. Gain clarity and confidence as you learn:
✨ What is reciprocity?
✨ How reciprocal benefits can impact your retirement
✨ Common mistakes and how to avoid them
Choose a session that works for your schedule:
🔹 Morning session at 10:00 AM – Register Here
🔹 Afternoon session at 3:00 PM – Register Here
We hope to see you there as we guide you through this important part of your retirement planning!
Facts at a Glance
The 2024 Facts at a Glance is finally here with a new look! Read all about SJCERA investments and future outlook HERE.

2024 Annual Member Statements Are Here!*
2024 Annual Member Statements were mailed on or around July 10. If you have not received yours, please contact SJCERA, and we’d be happy to help you. *Please note data is as of December 31st, 2024.
Clarification on Tier 1 Active Member Statements ONLY:
A formatting error in the Tier 1 Active members section listed age 67 for the 2.61% benefit factor. The correct eligibility age is 62. This was not a miscalculation—your personal account information is accurate. View Tier 1 Age Factors »
To assist with questions, blank template copies of the 2024 member statements (with corrected Tier 1 language) are available here: Corrected Tier 1 Template.
These templates contain no personal information.
Pension Administration System RFP Issued
The San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) seeks proposals from qualified Pension Administration System (PAS) Solution vendors interested in helping SJCERA transform our core pension benefits operations.
A summary of near-term deadlines follows:
- June 27, 2025: Notice of Intent to Bid & Minimum Qualifications Response Form (Attachment A) Due.
- June 27, 2025: Questions about Phase 2: Offeror Questions Response Form (Attachment B) Due Submit proposals to RFPs@sjcera.org by 4pm (PST).
- July 2, 2025: View answers to Phase 2 Questions Here.
For more information view and download the RFP files HERE.
2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
We are pleased to present SJCERA's 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the 2024 Popular Annual Financial Report Retirement benefits are funded through member and employer contributions along with long-term investment earnings.
Read more in the 2024 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) or the more detailed Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) here: Reports
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