A Joint Powers Agency in Santa Barbara County

Welcome!

SIPE (Self-Insurance Program for Employees) is a Joint Powers Agency (JPA) comprised of school districts in Santa Barbara County, the Santa Barbara County Education Office, and the Allan Hancock Joint Community College District.

Our mission is to ensure the safety and well-being of every employee entrusted in our care.

 We do this by:

                                     •  Delivering comprehensive workers’ compensation coverage;

• Offering safety programs for employees; and

         •  Supporting compliance inspections for members.