In August the ASRS released new online functionality for the service purchase program.  While the service purchase program is primarily member-driven, there are some aspects of the program that involve employers, such as member Payroll Deduction Authorization (PDA), Contributions Not Withheld (CNW), Military Call Up, and Leave of Absence Service Purchase.  Each of these programs requires an action from the member’s employer, which is why there are three new employer application roles.  

The ASRS requires every employer to assign these new roles to at least one employer user.  If your employer does not have at least one employer user with the new roles, an Employer Administrator must assign these roles as soon as possible. Read more to learn about the roles and the purpose for each