Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System Member Handbook, September 2011

The IPERS Member Handbook summarizes the retirement plan that is provided for most employees of Iowa’s schools, cities, counties, townships, state agencies, and other governmental units. This publication explains the rights and benefits of IPERS membership in as clear and useful a manner as possible; however, it is not intended to be a complete presentation of the IPERS law and policies. Benefits provided under IPERS differ for Special service members—sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, and those working in other protection occupations, such as firefighters, police, correctional officers, and conservation officers. This publication explains what these differences are. To help you find information that applies only to you, IPERS also publishes a variety of booklets and brochures to guide you through IPERS benefits at specific stages of your career, from membership enrollment to retirement. These educational resources are available for viewing or printing from our website at www.ipers.org. You may also contact IPERS and request a free printed copy. Alternative formats containing the information in this publication are available upon request. Note: This publication reflects the law as of July 2011. Some provisions will become effective at later dates, as noted. Any inconsistencies or inadvertent omissions will be resolved in favor of the law.

Report of Recommendations to the Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System, June 30, 2003

State Agency Audit Report

Employers in Iowa with 1,000 or more Employees Based on 2002 Calendar Year, 2004

Employers in Iowa with 1,000 or more Employees Based on 2002 Calendar Year. Annual data ofr the State of Iowa produced by Iowa Workforce Development.

Report of Recommendations to the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, June 30, 2004

State Audit Reports

Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System Performance Report, FY 2004

Agency Performance Report

Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System Performance Report, FY 2005

Agency Performance Report

Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System Performance Report, FY 2007

Agency Performance Report

Audit report on the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System for the year ended June 30, 2006

Audit report on the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System for the year ended June 30, 2006

Report on a review of selected general and application controls over the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) Benefits Administration System for the period April 23, 2007 through May 16, 2007

Report on a review of selected general and application controls over the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) Benefits Administration System for the period April 23, 2007 through May 16, 2007

Improving Transition Outcomes: CASE (Career And Self Awareness) Prototype: Contact Information

Contact information for the CASE (Career And Self Awareness) prototype.

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) of the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) of the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007

Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System Performance Plan, FY 2009

Agency Performance Plan, Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System

Iowa Public Employees Retirement System Strategic Plan, 2007-2010

This report outlines the strategic plan for Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, goals and mission.

Audit report of Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System as of and for the year ended June 30, 2008

Audit report of Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System as of and for the year ended June 30, 2008

Report on a review of selected general and application controls over the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) I-Que Pension Administration System for the period March 24, 2009 through April 22, 2009

Report on a review of selected general and application controls over the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) I-Que Pension Administration System for the period March 24, 2009 through April 22, 2009