The District's 401(a) Defined Contribution Pension Plan is for employees hired after September 30, 1987 (excluding police officers, firefighters, teachers and civil service employees).
The District government will contribute an amount equal to 5 percent of annual base salary (5.5 percent for detention officers) to a pension account in the employee's name beginning with the first pay period following completion of one year of creditable service. Contributions are made each pay period based on the employee's pre-tax base salary (excluding overtime, holiday, and Sunday compensation).
Employee contributions are not allowed. If an employee wishes to make pre-tax contributions for his/her retirement, he/she should consider participating in the District's 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCPlus).
The Office of Finance and Treasury and the DC Office of Personnel's Office of Compensation and Benefits are jointly responsible for the management of the 401(a) plan. ING provides various investment and record-keeping services for plan participants.
Use the links below to access your account information or learn more about the 401(a) plan.
