EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Our staff and faculty members help transform lives and communities—and they’re our biggest asset. We offer a range of employee benefits and perks to help ensure their well-being.
Overview of Employee Benefits at The River
Indian River State College offers full-time, benefit-eligible employees and their qualifying dependents a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision and supplemental insurance plans
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Wellness resources
- Onsite services
- Discounts and other perks
This page outlines these offerings in more detail.
Holidays and Paid Time Off
We offer annual holidays, vacation days, and other time off, including:
| Event | Days Off |
|---|---|
| Vacation Time | 12 |
| Sick Time | 12 |
| Floating Holiday | 1 |
| Thanksgiving Break | 5 (approx.) |
| Winter Break | 11 (approx.) |
| Spring Break | 5 (approx.) |
| Additional Holidays | 5 (approx.) |
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | Monday |
| Veterans Day Observed | November 11, 2026 | Wednesday |
| Thanksgiving | November 23–November 29, 2026 | Monday-Sunday |
| Winter Break, including New Year’s Day | December 18, 2026–January 3, 2027 | Friday-Sunday |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | Monday |
| President’s Day | February 15, 2027 | Monday |
| Spring Break | March 22–28, 2027 | Monday-Sunday |
| Independence Day | July 5, 2027 | Monday |
Floating Holiday
A holiday for Support Employees that can be used at the discretion of the employee. The date selected must be requested at least two weeks in advance and approved by the immediate supervisor.
Health Benefits
We offer a variety of plans and options through the State Group Insurance program:
Retirement Benefits
Indian River State College employees have the option to contribute on a voluntary basis to a variety of tax-sheltered accounts.
Explore our Retirement Benefits Guide
Pioneer Perks & Additional Benefits
In addition to benefits and time off, employees at The River can take advantage of a variety of perks, from an on-site salon and gym to shopping and travel discounts. If you are a current employee, you can log in to your existing Pioneer Perks account to see options.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
Have questions about benefits? The HR team is happy to help:
HR-Benefits@irsc.edu
Feel free to contact our Payroll Department if you have any payroll and/or time entry related inquires:
payroll@irsc.edu
