Employee Benefits and Perks

The Academy is proud to offer a benefits package that supports the health and wellbeing of our community.

The Academy is proud to offer a holistic benefits package that supports the health and wellbeing of our community. The Academy also provides benefits to assist employees with financial wellness and professional development.

Benefits and perks

Medical, dental, and vision
The Academy offers competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees. Part-time employees are offered competitive medical and vision benefits. Some Academy health plans are covered at 100%.

Retirement
The Academy provides all employees access to a 403(b) retirement plan. Employees may begin contributing to their retirement plan on the first of the month following their hire date. After one year of employment, the Academy will match 100% of an employee’s 403(b) contributions, up to 5% of the employee’s salary.

Commuter incentives
The Academy offers a pre-tax commuter benefit for transit and parking as well as an incentive for using alternative modes of transportation (walk, bike, carpool, or public transportation).

Reciprocal admission
Academy employees enjoy free admission to a variety of Bay Area museums, zoos, and aquariums.

Discounts
Academy employees are eligible for free or discounted Academy memberships, as well as discounts at the Café, Terrace, and retail stores.

Professional development
The Academy offers opportunities for employees to build job-related skills through a variety of professional development courses and lectures.