If you wish to enroll in Deferred Compensation you have 30 days from your date of hire to enroll retroactive to your original date. DROP is a retirement benefit that allows Tier 1 public safety members who are already eligible for retirement to continue working while collecting a salary.The 457(b) plan offers LSU employees one option through the State of Louisiana Deferred Compensation Plan with Empower Retirement. Complete the EZ Enrollment Form on the reverse side. Deferred Compensation Plan. Plan members can check investment performance, and guests may check general fund information. If you live in a community or marital property state (AZ, CA, ID, LA, NV, NM, TX,. Find your employer's plan.