What is the Difference between Retirement and Resignation?
Below is a graphic to help with some of the questions frequently asked about resignations and retirements. This information is not intended for use in making decisions, but rather to assist in directing staff to the correct area for assistance.
Retirement or resignation is based on the last day actually worked.
Resignation | Retirement | |
Is voluntary | x | x |
Cease current work and all duties that go along with it | x | x |
Requires prior advanced notice with a clearly stated final day of service | x | x |
Requires you to have reached a certain age | x | |
Has retiree healthcare benefit options available if years employed by NUSD criteria are met | x | |
Requires advance communication with CalSTRS or CalPERS and/or attendance at a pre-retirement workshop | x | |
Eligibility for COBRA continuation of healthcare benefits | x | x |
Eligibility to move directly into service retirement with CalSTRS or CalPERS (*required to be considered a district retiree) | x | |
Open to reapply for new jobs with NUSD without restriction | x | |
Does not imply desire to stop working altogether | x | x |
*The table above reflects information pertinent to Natomas Unified and CalSTRS and/or CalPERS service; it does not consider information that may be relevant with regard to Social Security or other benefits.
It is recommended that staff reach out directly to the supporting entity for assistance, below are links that will be helpful.