Retirement Application Information Benefit Payments Monthly payment dates and when to expect your direct deposit Effective Retirement Date The date you want your retirement to begin and the restrictions surrounding that date Legal Name/Date of Birth/SS Number The Retirement Systems needs proof to ensure the benefit is paid to the correct person Last Day/Position Held The Retirement Systems will need to know your last day of work and the position held with that employer Application Window When you are able to apply for retirement Document Checklist Information about the documents you'll need to gather beforehand to make it easier to complete your retirement application