Considering retirement?
Please review the Benefits Guide for eligibility qualifications along with the Guide to Choosing a Retirement Option. You may request annuity estimates based upon hypothetical retirement dates and DROP scenarios using the link below. We also recommend attending a Retirement Seminar through the Austin Fire Department. Please see the Events page for upcoming seminar dates.
Ready to retire?
STEP 1
Make an appointment with the Austin Fire Departments Administrative Offices
(512) 974-4100
They will provide you with the appropriate paperwork that needs to be completed including:
- Resignation Form (For purposes of retirement)
- Final Check
- TCFP Form
- Exit Interview Form
Your termination date or last active day can be determined after meeting with an AFD administrator. We strongly recommend selecting a retirement date that aligns with a pay period end date to assure that all your contributions to the Fund have been captured. Information provided to the Administrative Office will be forwarded to the pension office.
STEP 2
Make an appointment with Human Resources
(512) 974-3284
Enroll in City of Austin Medical, Dental and/or Vision insurance.
STEP 3
Make an appointment with Austin Firefighters Retirement Fund
(512) 454-9567
The following information will be necessary when applying for retirement:
- Copy of Driver’s License
- Copy of spouse’s Driver’s License, if applicable
- Copy of any dependents’ Drivers Licenses, under age 22
- Copy of Marriage License - If Applicable
- Voided Check to enroll in Direct Deposit
- Personal contact information
Please complete the retirement packet for the retirement option you have chosen and bring it with you to your appointment. If you do not have access to a printer or require assistance, you may also elect to complete the packet during your appointment: