In a 457 account, like Ohio DC, you can withdraw your funds, penalty-free, after terminating employment with your employer. Deferred compensation plans are designed for state and municipal workers, as well as employees of some tax-exempt organizations.Ohio Deferred Compensation is a supplemental 457(b) retirement plan for all Ohio public employees. It provides participants with educational tools. You may withdraw funds from the Program only upon: 1. Ending your employment (including termination, retirement, or death). 2. The County of Riverside offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan to assist employees in meeting their financial goals in retirement. The Emergency Withdrawal Form must be completed and submitted to the deferred compensation provider. Deferred Compensation.