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Police officers with less than 5 years of service will receive a starting salary of $48,420.74 (as of April 1, 2011). Salary increments will apply annually for the next four years until they reach the level of First Class Constable with an annual salary of $80,701.23.
Experienced Police officers with more than 5 years policing experience may be considered for a step increase. This will be assessed on an individual's qualifications and skills.
Compensation Structure for 2011 is:
| 1st Class Constable |
4 plus years |
$80,701.23 |
| 2nd Class Constable |
3-4 years |
$68,596.04 |
| 3rd Class Constable |
2-3 years |
$59,718.91 |
| 4th Class Constable |
1-2 years |
$52,455.80 |
| 5th Class Constable |
0-1 years |
$48,420.74 |
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Municipal pension plan (Rule of 75 & 80)
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Job security and seniority rights
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Continuing education subsidies
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Access to modern 24 hour fitness facilities
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Membership with Halifax Regional Police Association
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Medical/Extended Health and Dental Plan
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Employee and Family Assistance Program
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Promotions and specialized unit opportunities
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Maternity and Parental Leave
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A 48-hour work week cycles
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Sick leave and Long Term Disability
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Uniforms and footwear are provided. For officers assigned to non-uniform positions, a clothing allowance is provided.
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Vacation Entitlement of:
| 25 Plus Years |
6 Cycles |
| 16 - 24 Years |
5 Cycles |
| 11 - 15 Years |
4 Cycles |
| 6 - 10 Years |
3 Cycles |
| 1 - 5 Years |
2 Cycles |
| 0 - 1 Years |
8 hours per month |
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