POLICY TITLE: Employee Benefits Policy
APPLIES TO: Full-time Faculty and Staff
ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY: Office of Human Resources
APPROVED BY: President Koffi C. Akakpo (Interim Approval)
EFFECTIVE DATE: September 26, 2025
Six Months from Approval if Not Renewed or Made Permanent
Kentucky State University is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and overall well-being of its employees and their families. The benefits described in this policy apply to all full-time faculty and staff, unless otherwise specified. Benefits may change annually, and the Office of Human Resources maintains the most up-to-date list of offerings.
Full-time Faculty: Employees engaged in teaching or research duties who meet the University's definition of full-time status.
Full-time Staff: Non-faculty employees who meet the University's definition of full-time status.
Eligible Dependents: Spouses and dependent children as defined by plan provisions.
Kentucky State University offers comprehensive insurance options to support the health and financial security of employees and their families: