Benefits and perks at Department of Agriculture
Learn about the 12 benefits and perks Department of Agriculture offers its employees.
Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI)
Group term life insurance coverage.
Student Loan Repayment
Program to help repay federally insured student loans.
Annual Leave
Paid vacation time that accrues based on years of service.
Wellness Programs
Access to wellness resources, gyms, and health screenings.
Flexible Work Schedules
Options for alternative work schedules and flexible hours.
Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB)
Comprehensive health insurance with a wide selection of plans.
Commuter Subsidies
Transit benefit program to help cover public transportation costs.
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
Tax-deferred retirement savings and investment plan with agency matching.
Telework and Remote Work
Policies allowing eligible employees to work from home or remote locations.
Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
Three-tiered retirement plan including a basic benefit, Social Security, and TSP.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Confidential counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
Paid Parental Leave
Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
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