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Benefits Our comprehensive benefits package is one of the best in our industry and allows employees to maintain and improve their financial position and quality of life. The Lincoln Journal Star contributes a substantial portion of the health, dental and life insurance premiums for our employees. Employees and their eligible dependents are currently offered the following plans: Medical CoverageEmployees can choose one of three plans that best meets their needs and the needs of their families. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.Dental Coverage Eligible employees may enroll in our dental plan which includes orthodontia benefits.Vision Coverage Employees may choose between the Comprehensive plan and the Discount plan. The Discount Plan is provided at no charge to eligible employees.Prescription Drug Plan A prescription drug plan is included with two of the three medical plans. The prescription drug benefits offer the flexibility to purchase medications either at a local retail pharmacy or through mail-order service.Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Daycare and Health Care Flexible Spending accounts are available to set aside pre-tax income for reimbursement of applicable daycare and health care expenses not otherwise covered by insurance.Life Insurance Eligible employees are provided life insurance at no cost equal to one time their annual earnings. Employees can further increase this benefit by electing coverage to four times their annual earnings. The employee cost for these other optional levels of coverage are based on age and annual base pay. Evidence of insurability is required at certain coverage levels.Dependent Life Insurance Employees can choose this optional employee paid benefit, which provides a death benefit in the event an eligible dependent dies. The cost depends on the coverage level elected.Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance This employee paid benefit provides benefits in the event of injury or death as the result of accidental injury. Coverage is available for the employee as well as eligible family members. The cost depends on the coverage level elected.Short-Term Disability Eligible employees are provided disability benefits in the event of a non work-related disabling illness or injury.Long-Term Disability Eligible employees are provided income protection after five months of approved disability.Employee Assistance Program This free and confidential service is designed for employees and their family members who seek professional counseling on a variety of personal and family issues including discounted legal services. Your Finances The Lincoln Journal Star believes strongly that employees should plan for the future as early as possible. Eligible employees are provided the following benefits for building their financial security. 401(k) PlanThis plan provides the opportunity to save on a pre-tax basis through convenient payroll deductions. We provide an employer matching contribution of 100% on the first 5% of eligible compensation.Profit Sharing Eligible employees receive an employer provided contribution into their 401(k) plan on a monthly basis in the amount of 4.96% of eligible compensation.Employee Stock Purchase Plan Eligible employees have the opportunity to purchase stock in Lee Enterprises at a discounted rate. Time . . . . it is our most precious commodity and we would all like to have more of it. That is why the Lincoln Journal Star offers work/life benefits to help employees manage their time in meeting the demands of work and family. HolidaysEligible employees are provided six paid holidays plus a birthday holiday each fiscal year.Vacation Eligible employees are provided vacation time based on years of service.Sick Pay Eligible employees are provided five days of sick time each fiscal year.Personal Days Eligible employees are provided two days of personal time each fiscal year.
Your Work/Life Balance Extras Flexible work schedules
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