Benefits Open Enrollment for 2019 has Started!
Open Enrollment is November 1 through November 19, 2018 and all changes will be effective January 1, 2019.
To review your current benefit elections and make any changes to your coverage choices for 2019, log in to Employee Self Service (ESS) through Gnet or Unet, or by going to
cityoftacoma.org/ESS from
any computer connected to the City network. However, if you have VPN access you can log in to ESS outside a City work location.
If you have difficulty logging in to ESS, contact the IT Service Desk at (253) 591-2057 during their regular business hours of 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
View the Open Enrollment Calendar
Recorded Open Enrollment Presentation 2019
If you choose to add a dependent you must also submit your Dependent Eligibility Verification Form and supporting documentation to the Benefits office no later than November 19, 2018.
Open Enrollment is your opportunity to review/change your current benefit plan elections and ensure they continue to meet the needs of you and your family. It is also your opportunity to add or remove dependents from your health plans.
Choosing your benefit plans is an important decision. On this benefits website you can find links to information the benefit plans for 2019, enrollment instructions, benefits video library as well as additional tools and resources to assist you in making the right coverage choices for you and your family below.
To elect your 2019 benefit changes to your medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending plans, you can log in to from any computer connected to the City Network. If you do not know your log in or password you can contact the IT Service desk at (253) 591-2057.
How to Submit Supporting Documentation
- Scan and email to benefits@cityoftacoma.org
- In person at TMB Room 1420 or TPU HR ABN Ground Floor SW
- Interoffice mail to Human Resources-Benefits TMB 1420
Open Enrollment Documents
Helpful Information
PTO Open Enrollment
Deferred Compensation