Virginia Retirement System

Employer Update

Tips to Prepare for Summer Retirements

For most members the online process is quick and easy. Certify retirements as you receive them in myVRS Navigator.

April 14, 2026

Get the Training You Need to Administer VRS Benefits

New to your role? Need a refresher on VRS benefits? We have you covered.

April 14, 2026

Employer Update

Quick Tips for Counseling Hybrid Plan Members

VRS offers a one-stop resource to help you introduce the Hybrid Retirement Plan to new hires.

January 21, 2026

Employer Update

Share the Benefits of Purchasing Prior Service

Members’ past service, when purchased, could result in a bigger pension benefit or the ability to retire sooner.

January 21, 2026

Employer Update

How to Adopt the Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Plan

Eligible employers can provide employees with more savings opportunities with administrative ease.

January 21, 2026

Disability Coverage Changing for Emergency Dispatchers

Understand your responsibilities and get practical guidance for implementation.

October 31, 2025

Processing Tips for Hybrid Plan Auto-Escalation

Get a refresher on how it works and tips on processing January payrolls.

October 31, 2025

Employer Update

Alert: Unsolicited Retirement Counseling Offers

Firms may target your employees with unsolicited advice, but they are not with VRS.

October 31, 2025

Employer Update

Onboard Like a Pro With the VRS Member Guide

Help new hires understand their benefits faster with this quick guide.

October 31, 2025

News Release

VRS Trust Fund Posts 9.9% Return

Market value at $122.8 billion in FY 2025.

August 20, 2025

Help Employees Plan for the Unexpected

Share myVRS Financial Wellness tips on building emergency savings.

July 24, 2025

Stay on Top of Retirement Certifications

Certify retirements as they come in—even for future dates.

July 24, 2025

Bookmark the VRS Employer Manual

Your quick guide to enrolling employees, scheduling payments and more.

July 24, 2025

What's New

Tips to Prepare for Summer Retirements

Get the Training You Need to Administer VRS Benefits

Quick Tips for Counseling Hybrid Plan Members

Share the Benefits of Purchasing Prior Service

How to Adopt the Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Plan

Disability Coverage Changing for Emergency Dispatchers

Processing Tips for Hybrid Plan Auto-Escalation

Alert: Unsolicited Retirement Counseling Offers

Onboard Like a Pro With the VRS Member Guide

VRS Trust Fund Posts 9.9% Return

Help Employees Plan for the Unexpected

Stay on Top of Retirement Certifications

Bookmark the VRS Employer Manual