Enrollment Specialists are available by phone to assist with Summer Enrollment changes during your two week enrollment period from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.

All other departments are available during normal business hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Like many organizations, we are facing pandemic-driven staff shortages. As a result, it is taking us much longer than normal to answer calls and emails, and to process death benefits. We sincerely apologize for any delays. We are committed to providing the best service we can with the resources available at this time. Thank you for your patience.

ERS Trustee Elections and Appointments

Section 815.003(d) of the Texas Government Code states that before August 31 of each odd-numbered year, the Board of Trustees (Board) of the Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS) is required to hold an election for the members and retirees of the system to nominate and elect a trustee.

Neika Clark

Certification of new trustee

On June 30, ERS certified Neika Clark, a training specialist with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, to fill one of the three elected ERS Board of Trustees seats. Clark’s term began September 1, 2021 and ends August 31, 2027.

Read this June 2021 article for more information about Clark’s candidacy and certification.