Ready to Retire

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This page is designed to help DeKalb County employees prepare for a smooth and informed transition into retirement.

This page outlines the required steps, provides access to necessary forms, and identifies key contacts who can assist throughout the process. By planning ahead and using the resources available, employees can better understand their options and take the appropriate actions as they approach retirement.

Your Step-by-Step Retirement Guide

Step 1

Notify Your ManagerCommunicate your retirement plans and intended retirement date with your direct supervisor.

Step 2

Contact the Pension OfficeCall at least 30 days prior to retirement to schedule an appointment with Rachelle Christion. You'll review retirement benefits and make benefit elections.

Step 3

Complete Required DocumentationDuring your appointment, complete necessary paperwork for pension, medical benefits, and other retirement elections.

Step 4

Begin Receiving BenefitsYour first pension payment will be deposited on the first business day of the month following retirement.

Contact Information

Pension Office

Phone: 404-371-2296
Schedule consultations at least 30 days before retirement

Pre-Retirement Forms

For Active Participants

Service Purchase Application – Buy back eligible service time
Beneficiary Change Form – Update your beneficiaries
Contribution Election Form – Modify contribution levels

Rollover Election Form – Plan for account rollovers
Disability Pension Request Form – Disability pension application