School Employees Retirement System of Ohio
Thank you for visiting the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS). Our goal is to provide retirement security to the employees who manage the daily operations of K-12 schools, community schools, and community colleges.
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Membership Resources
Whether you’re a working member, a retired member, or a finance professional that interacts with SERS for an employer, just click the appropriate button to access the information you need.
About SERSFeatured News
SERS’ Executive Director to Retire
(02/18/26) – Executive Director Richard Stensrud announced his intention to retire effective June 30, 2026. The Board authorized Hudepohl & Associates, an executive search firm, to administer a national search for SERS’ next executive director. Click here to view the job description and posting.
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GENERAL
RESOURCES
As a public employer, SERS serves many audiences beyond our members, retirees, and employers. The following resources can be used to gain greater understanding of our services, and provide transparency into our business operations.
News and Events
Monthly Benefit Payment and Direct Deposit Schedule
Your pay date for March is February 27, 2026. You receive a payment stub from SERS twice a year. You also will receive a statement if there are any changes to your monthly payment amount. 2026 Monthly Benefit Payment and Direct…
Read MoreeSERS Zoom Live Chat Now Available
To aid you with your roles and responsibilities as employers, we have added a new feature on eSERS, Zoom live chat. It enables you to ask questions and get answers, all in real time. This feature can be used by any…
Read MoreSERS’ Executive Director to Retire
At the December Board meeting, Executive Director Richard Stensrud announced his intention to retire effective June 30, 2026. The Board authorized Hudepohl & Associates, an executive search firm, to administer a national search for SERS’ next executive director. Click here to…
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