FAQ

Sheriff's Protective Association (SPA)


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join the Sheriff's Protective Association (SPA)?

To join SPA, you must complete a Payroll Deduction Form.
You can submit the form by:
Your membership will begin once the form has been approved and processed.

How do I know when my dues begin or end?

The online membership system does not display payroll deduction information.
Please check your pay stub to confirm when:

Why does it take time for dues to begin or end?

All payroll deduction forms must be approved by:
Because approvals are required from both, processing may take some time.

What is the SPA online system used for?

The SPA website system is used for:
The system does not manage or display dues payments, since those are handled through payroll.

What membership tier should I select when creating my account?

When creating your online account, you will be asked to select a membership tier.
Choose the option that applies to you:
Active Member
For current department members who are active SPA members.
Lifetime Member
For retired members who qualified for Lifetime Membership but did not create an account in the new membership management system before retiring.

How do I cancel my SPA membership?

To cancel your membership, follow a similar process used to join.
Submit a Payroll Deduction Cancellation Form by:
Your cancellation will be processed once approvals are completed.

Common Membership Issues

How do I find the payroll deduction form?

Why does my account show that I have not paid my dues?

This is a system display error. Your account should show a $0 balance.
SPA dues are deducted directly through payroll, not paid through the website. Please check your pay stub to confirm your dues are being deducted.

Why are my dues not showing in the online system?

The SPA website does not track payroll deductions.
To confirm your dues status, please check your pay stub, which will show when deductions begin or end.

Why haven't my dues started or stopped yet?

Payroll deduction changes require approval from both:
Because both approvals are required, it may take some time for deductions to start or stop.

Why can't I log into my account?

If you cannot log in, you may need to create your account in the new membership management system.
When creating your account, select the correct membership tier:
If you continue to experience issues, contact SPA for assistance.

I'm a Lifetime Member but never created an account. What should I do?

When creating your account on the website, select the Lifetime Member membership tier.
This option is specifically for retired members who qualified for Lifetime Membership but did not create an account in the new system before retiring.

How do I update my contact information?

Log into your SPA online account to update your:
Keeping your contact information updated ensures you receive SPA announcements, event notifications, and registration information.

Who do I contact if I need help?

For membership assistance, you can:

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