Although many changes can be done through Employee Self-Service (ESS), eliminating the need to complete and submit a form, some documentation may still be required. Please make sure to submit all required documentation to the Benefits office within the established timelines. Otherwise, you will need to wait until the next open enrollment period to make the change. You can submit forms through interoffice mail, USPS mail, or by scanning the form and submitting it via email.
Commonly Used Forms
Opt Out Note: Part Time employees (less than 40 hours) and Full Time employees (with proof of other coverage) may opt-out of medical, dental and/or vision insurance if done so within one of the following parameters:
- The first 30 days of benefits eligibility
- With an applicable qualifying event
- During the annual open enrollment period
Please contact the benefits office at (253) 573-2345 or benefits@cityoftacoma.org for the required form and detailed information.
Deferred Compensation
Effective November 1, 2022, all Deferred Compensation enrollments and changes must be done through the vendor portal in your account. You can find annual plan limits and other related information on the Plan Information Page.
Flexible Spending Forms
(Submit Directly to Trusteed Plan Services)
Life and Disability Forms
(Submit to Human Resources Benefits Office)
Short Term Disability
Contact the Benefits Office for a Claim form Information on this plan
Regence and Kaiser Permanente
Related information can be found under Plan Information>Medical Plans
Retirement Forms and Links