If a member who retired under reciprocity returns to a qualifying position with one of the systems from which he or she is drawing benefits, the reciprocal pension will be suspended by both systems. It will be suspended for as long as the member is in a qualifying position. Once the member retires again, the reciprocal pension will be adjusted if necessary and restored by both systems.
As of January 1, 2021, the retiree must actually work the applicable hours (600 or 1,000) within a 12-month period before the pension will be suspended. This is true even if the retiree is hired into a position which is normally expected to work the applicable hourly standard.
If the member retired under the IMRF Early Retirement Incentive additional penalties apply. Please refer to 5.20 C. 16. Return to Work for an IMRF Employer Prohibited.