Open Enrollment Instructions and Mailings

Open Enrollment Elections:
Complete your elections in Workday by selecting the Open Enrollment task via the announcement on your home page or directly from your “My Tasks” inbox.

For step-by-step instructions, see the Employee Self-Service (ESS) Job Aids: Open Enrollment: Benefit Elections and Open Enrollment: Opt out of County Medical.

For questions or assistance, contact the Human Resources Employee Benefits Unit.

Submission Deadline:
All elections and required supporting documentation must be received by the Benefits Unit between 8:00 a.m. September 14, 2026, and 5:00 p.m. October 9, 2026.

For questions or assistance, contact the Human Resources Employee Benefits Unit at:
Email: benefits.questions@santacruzcountyca.gov
Benefits Hotline: 831.454.2241
During Open Enrollment, please allow 2 business days for a response.