Chapter 3: Service Credit

PSERS Service Credit

Rules

The following information explains how members earn service credit while working in PSERS positions. If you have questions about a member's service credit, contact Employer Support Services. These rules do not apply to PSERS Elected Officials.

July 1, 2006 and After

Plan 2

A PSERS member earns service credit for each month of employment in an eligible position.

• A member compensated for 90 hours or more earns one month of service credit.
• A member compensated for at least 70 hours but less than 90 hours earns 1/2 month of service credit.
• A member earning some compensation but for less than 70 hours earns 1/4 month of service credit.