Retirement Process

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: