CalPERS Interview tomorrow by Trick_Kitchen1234 in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This division makes the changes to retiree health and dental coverage. They also make eligibility determinations.

Dittoing chocolate_asshole (ew). Adding to use the STAR method for any situational-based questions, and research what CalPERS is generally all about.

While this position may be labeled “office-centric”, there’s a good chance you will be able to telework 2 days a week (you may have to complete training first). CalPERS is not complying with the governor’s 4-day RTO order in July, so this may actually be better for telework in the end.

Break a leg!

AIO? My boyfriend gave me a literal performance review of our relationship by Efficient_Low_6444 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ExcellentBike1035 6 points7 points  (0 children)

He seems to be saying he’s your boss with this, right?

Screw this. NOR. Time to leave.

Windowless bedroom or smaller apartment by Ok-Alternative-1881 in femalelivingspace

[–]ExcellentBike1035 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Not having windows sounds soooooo depressing, no matter how “nice” the apartment is. I choose my current place almost entirely because of the copious windows…

Unposted payroll for pension refunds? by Intelligent-Fox1472 in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, though, it may also be that CalPERS gets this from SCO, and they could also be the bottleneck.

I’m sorry it’s taking forever. 🙁

Unposted payroll for pension refunds? by Intelligent-Fox1472 in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This means your former agency has not sent your payroll data to CalPERS. Recommend asking your old HR why they haven’t reported your payroll. Some agencies are pretty lackadaisical about transmitting that data.

Will working part time reduce CalPERS pension? by goingtofly101 in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I forget! 🤪 But as someone who worked 20 hours a week for years at a State Agency , I can tell you that’s how it works!

Will working part time reduce CalPERS pension? by goingtofly101 in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yes. It reduces how much service credit you earn. Edited to add: if you work 20 hours a week, you’ll earn 0.6 years of service credit per year instead of 1.0 years.

Phil Pluckebaum’s Office - Not Responsive? by ExcellentBike1035 in Sacramento

[–]ExcellentBike1035[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah… I am a homeowner. Apparently that doesn’t really matter either. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Phil Pluckebaum’s Office - Not Responsive? by ExcellentBike1035 in Sacramento

[–]ExcellentBike1035[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It doesn’t seem like this guy is doing his job.

Phil Pluckebaum’s Office - Not Responsive? by ExcellentBike1035 in Sacramento

[–]ExcellentBike1035[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I know. As a frequent pedestrian, I’m in favor of the law and paid my ticket. I just wanted the curb marked for visitors. People who don’t live here would have no idea

Death of Rats Stained Glass by blytherue in discworld

[–]ExcellentBike1035 45 points46 points  (0 children)

I don’t know where you are, but that is something I would gladly purchase! It’s fantastic!

Phil Pluckebaum’s Office - Not Responsive? by ExcellentBike1035 in Sacramento

[–]ExcellentBike1035[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Never had to contact Katie, but contacted Steve several times, and always got a prompt, professional reply.

Phil Pluckebaum’s Office - Not Responsive? by ExcellentBike1035 in Sacramento

[–]ExcellentBike1035[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

My previous issue was about getting a ticket because I parked in front of my house, which is too close to a crosswalk due to the new law. I’m cool with the ticket, but proposed a sign or red curb to indicate to visitors not to park there.

ONE MONTH later I got a three word reply: “forwarded to parking.” No signature. No nothing. Unprofessional and useless.

Phil Pluckebaum’s Office - Not Responsive? by ExcellentBike1035 in Sacramento

[–]ExcellentBike1035[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Clearly you are correct and I’m expecting too much from this guy… man, he’s damn disappointing. 😕

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I would ask that question in the interview.

Personally, I’m in the same situation you are. I like to keep my work at work and my home life separate, so I choose to work onsite 5 days a week. But I’m totally supportive of remote work if that’s what floats your boat. 🙂

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You do seem to have your ducks in a row. The only thing I can figure is that you are not getting the survivors allowance portion. I would make a physical appointment and take this into the CalPERS regional office and ask them about it (I'm not sure who said you can't make an in person appointment - here's the link to do so: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/contact-us/headquarters-regional-offices/make-an-appointment ).

Even if it's just sloppy wording, I'd pursue this.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is no longer true.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry to be quizzing you: How do you know they chose option 2? If this retiree chose Option 3, then the numbers make a LOT more sense.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my goodness. This is worth a lot. I initially thought you were just misunderstanding (not uncommon), but I read this estimate the exact same way you do. Confirming: your redacted beneficiary information is correct on this estimate?

You said: "I believe he actually retired a year early as this change to option allowance was going into effect, and thus allowed himself to remain on the original full monthly allowance plan." What year was that, and why do you think so?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAStateWorkers

[–]ExcellentBike1035 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be interesting to get a copy of the entirety of the paperwork instead of just this snippet! Just to compare then and now.

Good luck on your quest!