In a 457 account, like Ohio DC, you can withdraw your funds, penalty-free, after terminating employment with your employer. Ohio Deferred Compensation is a supplemental 457(b) retirement plan for all Ohio public employees.It provides participants with educational tools. With the tax-deferred 457 plan, your money goes into your account before taxes come out of your check. You may withdraw funds from the Program only upon: 1. Ending your employment (including termination, retirement, or death). 2. The Ohio Public Employees Deferred Compensation Program (Ohio DC) has announced a new Web site that launched on April 9. We've put together a guide to help you understand more about retirement income and protection planning.