Video Library
We Are SBCERA:
Harry Hatch
Meet Harry Hatch, Alternate Retiree Representative on SBCERA’s Board of Retirement.
We Are SBCERA:
Sofia LaRocco
Meet Sofia LaRocco, a Deputy with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
We Are SBCERA:
Sarah Hauser
Meet Sarah Hauser, the Recreation Manager of Hesperia Recreation & Park District.
We Are SBCERA:
Dawn Stafford
Meet Dawn Stafford, an elected trustee on SBCERA’s Board of Retirement.
We Are SBCERA:
Caryn Nunley
Meet Caryn Nunley, the Patient Experience Healthcare Program Administrator at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC).
We Are SBCERA:
Jason Low, Ph.D.
Meet Jason Low, the Deputy Executive Officer for the Monitoring Analysis Division at South Coast AQMD.
We Are SBCERA:
Dena Smith
Meet Dena Smith, President of the Retired Employees of San Bernardino County (RESBC), and a proud SBCERA retiree.
We Are SBCERA:
Dr. Rishi Parikh
Meet Dr. Rishi Parikh, the Associate Medical Director for Children’s Services of San Bernardino County.
We Are SBCERA:
Jared Newcomer
Meet Jared Newcomer, a dedicated Fire Captain with the San Bernardino County Fire Department and Trustee on our Board of the Retirement.
We Are SBCERA:
Samantha Affleck
Meet Samantha and learn about her passion for animal care in our first feature of ‘We Are SBCERA’ — a video series that highlights the people who define our purpose.
Factors Used to Calculate Retirement
When you retire, your benefit is based on four factors.
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about the factors used to calculate your retirement benefit.
Reciprocity
If you were previously a member of another California public retirement system, or at any point in the future decide to work for another California public sector employer, you may want to consider reciprocity.
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to be talking about reciprocity.
Special Durable Power of Attorney
Who will make critical decisions related to your retirement account if you’re suddenly unable to do so yourself?
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about the Special Durable Power of Attorney form, and why it’s important that you have one in place.
Designating a Beneficiary
We know you work hard to take care of your loved ones, and we want to make sure that you can provide for them in the event of your death.
In this Quick Tip video we’re going to talk about designating a beneficiary, and why it’s important to you.
SBCERA New Member Orientation
Congratulations on your new role, and on becoming a member of SBCERA!
This video includes a brief overview of your SBCERA retirement benefits.
Purchasing Service Credit
Service credit is the time you’ve earned while working for an SBCERA-covered employer, and it’s one of the factors used to calculate your future lifetime retirement benefit.
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about purchasing service credit.
Divorce & Your Retirement Benefit
A divorce may affect your retirement.
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about divorce and your retirement benefit.
Selecting a Retirement Option
When you apply for retirement, you have five retirement options to select from.
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about your service retirement options.
Understanding Your Defined Benefit Plan
As an SBCERA member, you are enrolled in a defined benefit plan, also known as a pension plan.
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about what a defined benefit plan is and why it matters to you.
When Can You Retire?
Are you eligible to retire, but unsure if you’re ready to take the step?
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about when you can retire.
Working After Retirement
It’s common for retirees to supplement their SBCERA pension by working after retirement but there’s a few important things you need to consider.
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about the rules SBCERA retirees have to follow if they go back to work for one of our participating employers and want to continue receiving their monthly retirement benefit.
Your Contributions
Have you ever wondered how SBCERA calculates how much you contribute to your pension?
In this Quick Tip video, we’re going to talk about contributions, how they work, and how they’re set.
Applying for Disability Retirement
Active SBCERA members may qualify for disability retirement if they become permanently incapacitated, which means they are either physically or mentally unable to perform their usual job duties.
In this quick tip we’re going to talk about Applying for Disability Retirement with SBCERA.