The University of Vermont provides generous benefits that are meant to provide caring support to our employee community and their dependents. See the summary of benefits available to benefits-eligible employees below.
Medical
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – comprehensive Vermont & National Network
- VERY low copays and deductibles
- No waiting period
- Employee premiums based on salary level
Dental
- Two Levels of dental coverage—Base and High Options through Delta Dental
- Base Option – 100% UVM paid - no cost to employees
- High Option – More coverage for very low employee costs
Retirement Savings
- 10% Base Salary Employer Contribution with minimal employee contribution (waiting period may apply depending on prior employer).
Paid Time Off
- Generous vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and Winter Break time off!
Short-Term Disability
- 70% after-tax income/benefit protection (available to certain eligible groups)
- Very affordable group rates
Long-Term Disability
- 60% or 70% income / benefit protection
- Competitive employer cost sharing
Flexible Spending Account
- Healthcare and Dependent Care pre-tax savings
- Debit Card Provided for ease of use
Group LIfe Insurance
- Group Life Insurance $10,000 basic policy (100% Employer Paid)
- Employee policies up to 7x base Salary, Spousal and Child coverage also available
Vision
- Comprehensive vision benefit plan through VSP
Employee Wellness
- Award winning wellness program for all UVM employees
- Free membership to campus recreation and fitness center
- Discounted family memberships, group fitness classes, personal training, and community partner discounts
Free Tuition
- Free college tuition for employees at UVM and their eligible dependents at UVM or ANY Vermont State Colleges(one year waiting period for dependents).