Publications

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Plan Document for the Hybrid 457 Deferred Compensation Plan	View
Plan Document for the Hybrid 401(a) Cash Match Plan	View

Administration
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Payroll Guide (for all org types) Provides step-by-step guidance and in-depth explanations that cover enrollment, calculating the employer match, submitting contributions and provides information on a variety of special circumstances and aspects of administering the hybrid plan.	View
Understanding myVRS Navigator's Calculations and Business Rules Helps employers understand myVRS Navigator's calculations and business rules.	View
Understanding myVRS Navigator's Calculations and Business Rules for Less Than 12-Month Employees Helps employers understand myVRS Navigator's calculations and business rules.	View
Hybrid Plan New Hire Checklist Use this checklist to ensure you review key elements of the Hybrid Retirement Plan with new employees.	View
VRS Plan Comparison Guide A quick look at some of the similarities and differences among VRS Plan 1, VRS Plan 2 and the Hybrid Retirement Plan.	View
VRS Hybrid Retirement Plan Welcome Letter A sample letter from VRS to members, containing important coverage information and member resources.	View
MissionSquare Retirement Hybrid Retirement Plan Welcome Letter A sample letter from MissionSquare Retirement, the record keeper for the defined contribution component of the hybrid plan, welcoming members and providing additional information and resources.	View
Hybrid Retirement Plan DC Correction Policy This policy addresses corrections for errors made under the DC component of the Hybrid Retirement Plan.	View

Hybrid Retirement Plan Information
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Hybrid Retirement Plan Handbook An overview of the Hybrid Retirement Plan for members.	View
Judicial Retirement System (JRS): Handbook for Members in the Hybrid Retirement Plan An overview of the Judicial Retirement Plan for members.	View
Hybrid Retirement Plan Features & Highlights Brochure Provides a brief overview of the Hybrid Retirement Plan, including member resources and FAQs.	View	Log In & Order
Hybrid Contributions Illustration	View

Member Account Information
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How to Designate Your Beneficiary These instructions provide information about beneficiary designations for the VRS Defined Contribution Plans.	View
Quick and Easy Access to Your Account A guide to using Account Access, the secure web portal members use to log in and manage their accounts, and VantageLine, the automated voice-response system.	View
Quicken Instructions Members use these instructions to download their Defined Contribution account activity and import this information into Quicken.	View
Download the DCP Mobile App Manage your account and boost your investment knowledge on the go with the VRS DCP mobile app (now with biometric login options).	View

Other Guides
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Hybrid Retirement Plan Leaving Employment Guide A guide for members who are retiring or leaving their Virginia employers and covers the benefits of keeping money in the defined contribution component of the VRS Hybrid Retirement Plan, next steps and resources.	View	Log In & Order
Getting Ready to Retire Guide An overview of preparing for retirement.	View
Retiree Handbook A retiree overview of benefit payments, taxes, life and health insurance and other resources.	View
Virginia Sickness and Disability Program Handbook An overview for state employees in the Virginia Retirement System, State Police Officers' Retirement System and Virginia Law Officers' Retirement System.	View
Virginia Local Disability Program Handbook An overview for employees in the VRS Hybrid Retirement Plan whose school division or political subdivision participates in VLDP.	View
Virginia Local Disability Long-Term Care Plan Brochure For local government and school division employees covered under the hybrid plan.	View
Losing a Loved One: Guide for Families	View
Get Organized: Your inventory of personal assets, expenses and documents	View
RMD Checklist Required minimum distributions (RMDs) refer to IRS rules that mandate members withdraw minimum yearly amounts from their retirement accounts. Members may review this checklist to help them understand and manage their RMDs.	View
Special Tax Notice for Defined Contribution Plans Explains the potential tax consequences when taking a distribution from your VRS DCP.	View
Special Tax Notice for Deferred Contribution Plans Explains the potential tax consequences when taking a distribution from your VRS DCP.	View
Promote the VRS DCP Mobile App (Media Kit)	View

Investment Information
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Investment Guide Introduces members to types of risk, the importance of asset allocation/diversification and investment options.	View	Log In & Order
Fund Profiles Detailed descriptions of the investment options available to members in the hybrid plan.	View Fund Profiles	Log In & Order
VRS Investment Options Performance A monthly performance summary of investment funds available in the hybrid plan.	View	Log In & Order
Fee Disclosure Notice Explains the fees members pay and the potential impact on their defined contribution account balance.	View	Log In & Order
VRS Investment Policy Statement Details the investment offerings provided to participants of VRS Defined Contribution Plans and the defined contribution component of the Hybrid Retirement Plan.	View	Log In & Order
Market Returns: Consider a Long-term Investing View	View
Understanding Market Unpredictability	View

VRS Employer Manual: Disability
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Virginia Local Disability Program (VLDP) Benefits	View
Virginia Sickness and Disability Program (VSDP) Benefits	View

Resource Center for VRS Employers: Hybrid Retirement Plan

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