KEEPING CONTACT INFORMATION UPDATED WITH OP&F
As OP&F is expected to transition to a new pension administration system (NPAS) later this year it is essential for employers to keep their contact information updated, including email addresses. This is imperative, as NPAS updates and instructions will be emailed to employers as well as being featured on the OP&F website. Also, please contact OP&F when a new payroll clerk or contact is hired to update information and to inquire about training opportunities. Please inform OP&F when a former payroll clerk or contact leaves employment so OP&F can update their records with these changes. Bounce-back emails from former contacts will require OP&F to contact employers for clarity.
Any new payroll clerks should familiarize themselves with the Employers section on the OP&F website which features links to the Employer Self Serve Web sign-on page, as well as links to Tools and Resources. Just a few of the helpful pages or tools to be aware of are:
- Employer training information
- The OP&F Employer Manual
- Dates and deadlines
- Employer Services Contacts information
- Employer Self Service User Guide
As a reminder, OP&F members are defined as full-time firefighters and police officers. OP&F cannot accept contributions for part-time, volunteer, temporary or seasonal employees and other safety officers that may or may not be covered by the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) or Social Security. The Ohio Revised Code (ORC 742.01) sets forth the eligibility criteria for OP&F membership.
Posted 4/2/2026