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U.S. Government Employees
Title 32 government employees are federal employees assigned to the National Guard, serving under state control. They are dual-status technicians, meaning they are both federal employees and National Guard members. Here are some key points about Title 32 government employees:
- Benefits: Title 32 employees are not eligible for Tricare, the military healthcare program. Instead, they receive federal employee health insurance (FEHB) benefits, which are similar to those offered to federal civilian employees.
- Pay: Title 32 employees receive federal pay and benefits, which are typically higher than those offered to state employees.
- Job roles: Title 32 employees perform a range of functions, including maintenance, logistics, administration, and medical support, to support National Guard units and operations.
- State control: Despite being federal employees, Title 32 employees are under the control of their respective state governors, who oversee their work and operations.
- Federal funding: Title 32 employees are funded by the federal government, which provides appropriations to the states for National Guard operations.
- Retirement: Title 32 employees are eligible for federal retirement benefits after 20 years of service, with a minimum of 50 service points. They can also participate in state retirement systems, depending on their state’s policies.
Comparison to Title 10 and Title 5 Employees:
- Title 10 employees are active-duty military personnel, serving under federal control and receiving federal benefits and pay.
- Title 5 employees are federal civilian employees, serving in non-military roles and receiving federal benefits and pay.
- Title 32 employees occupy a unique position, balancing federal employment and National Guard service under state control.