Benefits & Wellness
Open Enrollment is Available
Open enrollment for ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø benefits began May 1st and runs through Sunday, May 31. Log into the benefits portal to make your selections. You can also to discuss your options.Important Benefit Changes for Plan Year 2026-2027
ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that support the health, financial security, and overall well‑being of our employees and their families. Benefits are a significant part of total compensation at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø, and we continuously review plan design, costs, and vendors to ensure our offerings remain sustainable, equitable, and aligned with employee needs.
The information below provides an overview of medical plan updates and important changes to leave administration for the upcoming plan year.
Changes to Medical Plan Premiums & Plan Designs
ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø strives to provide medical coverage options that meet the diverse needs of its employee population. To support the long‑term sustainability of the medical plans while continuing to provide comprehensive coverage, several plan design updates will take effect in the upcoming plan year. The changes are outlined below.
PPO Premium Changes:
PPO Plan Design Changes:
*Individual/Family
HDHP Premium Changes:
HDHP Plan Design Changes:
Dental and Vision remain unchanged for plan year 2026-2027.
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Leave Administration & Voluntary Life Insurance Changes:
Effective July 1, 2026, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø will transition leave administration and life insurance services from The Hartford to Sun Life. Sun Life will administer all new leave claims beginning July 1, while existing claims will continue and be completed under The Hartford. This change reflects employee feedback and the College’s ongoing commitment to improving service quality, responsiveness, and support throughout the leave process.
This transition introduces a redesigned life insurance offering with simplified coverage options and updated enrollment requirements. Optional life insurance will no longer be based on salary multiples and will instead be available in fixed dollar increments, allowing employees greater flexibility to choose coverage that best fits their needs.
Important Note: Because the life insurance plan design has changed, enrollment will not be passive, employees must actively elect Optional Life Insurance coverage during Open Enrollment if they wish to be covered. If you do not actively elect or reelect Optional Life Insurance during Open Enrollment, your coverage will be terminated.
Additionally, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø will begin sharing the Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave (FAMLI) premium with employees, a change that provides a tax advantage by allowing a portion of leave benefits to be received tax‑free when leave is used.
BRITE Guide
Getting the most from your benefits at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø
ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø thrives when our employees thrive. To support our employees we offer comprehensive and affordable benefits.
- 2027 Benefits Guide
- Overview of benefits with links to details
- Understanding Leaves of absence at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø
- Total Rewards Statement Glossary
- : Gold Level Recipient
Review and Change your Benefits (eBenefits)
Some benefits may be changed at any time. Others may only be changed during open enrollment (May) or with a qualifying life event such as marriage, or having a child.
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