Retirement Information & Instructions

The retirement application process starts with the APS Benefits Office. After you confirm retirement eligibility with the New Mexico Education Retirement Board (ERB), follow the steps below to submit your retirement application packet to the APS Benefits Office.

Follow These Steps

Step 1

• Read the Retirement Cover Letter Instructions.

Step 2

• Download and save the Superintendent Letter (PDF) to your computer. After the Superintendent Letter is saved to your computer, complete the document.

Step 3

• Complete the NMERB Application for Retirement Form (PDF).

Step 4

• Read the Additional Eligible Retiree Life Insurance Options, eligibility requirements apply.

How to Submit Your Application

When submitting your retirement application, please mail all retirement paperwork and required supporting documentation to Albuquerque Public Schools, Attn: Employee Benefits Department, PO Box 25704, Albuquerque, NM 87125-0704. If you have questions, please contact your assigned Benefit Specialist.

This page was last updated on: June 16, 2017.