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Experienced Police Officer
Job Posting
Join HRP as an experienced police officer. Come home to Nova Scotia.
Make a difference in the Halifax region, submit your applications for the full time, permanent position(s) of Police Constable in Halifax Regional Police and answer the call of the coast.
Call of the coast
Halifax Regional Police is a diverse police organization that is committed to building and maintaining confidence, trust and safety in partnership with the communities we serve.
As one of the largest police organizations in Atlantic Canada, Halifax Regional Police continuously look for individuals who have a passion for policing and a desire to make a difference with us.
We are looking for team players who are motivated to make ongoing and meaningful contributions to the well-being and safety of our community.
Check out some of the benefits you can expect when joining HRP as an experienced police officer, including :
- having the experience of a lifetime serving the residents of a fast-growing community
- being part of an inclusive, flexible and exciting workplace with options for training and career development
- having paid vacation, sick leave, entry into a defined contribution benefit pension plan along with health, vision and dental insurance.
Salary starts at $67,133.28 - $111,888.79 per year as per the Agreement between the Halifax Regional Municipality and the Halifax Regional Police Association.
Salary to commensurate with experience.
Serve on the front lines in the Maritimes. Halifax is waiting for you. Apply now.
Key Information to Consider :
- All new hires will commence in our patrol division
- We accept applications from currently serving police officers or Canadian Military Police (regular service) with Qualifications Level 3
- According to Halifax Regional Police policy and Nova Scotia Department of Justice guidelines, an experienced police officer refers to : Current serving police officers in Canada, orCanadian Military Police (regular service) with Qualifications Level 3, orApplicants who successfully completed an approved Police Recruit Training Program
- Hours of work include shift work (days, nights, weekends, and holidays). A typical shift is 12-hours. Depending on operational requirements, flexibility around scheduling is required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements :
- Grade 12 education
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Must be a graduate of a recognized Canadian police training program
- Have no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted and have no criminal charges pending before the courts.
- Valid Class 5 Nova Scotia driver’s license or equivalent from another Canadian province
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted online. Copies of the following documents are required :
- Driver's license
- Certificate from a recognized police training program
SELECTION PROCESS
1. Screening - All applications will be reviewed. You’ll advance to the second stage of the process if your application demonstrates that you meet the application criteria.
2. Cognitive ability test - Candidates will have a pre-determined time frame to complete a cognitive ability test. There are many resources online and in print to help prepare for the cognitive ability test.
3. Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (PARE) - You must complete the PARE within four minutes the minimum standard for experienced police officers.
It’s important to complete the PARE as quickly as possible, as not all candidates who meet minimum standard will proceed to the next stage.
4. Pre-employment background & security screening booklet - You’ll be given a pre-employment background & security screening booklet to complete and return to Human Resources.
Human Resources will review your booklet and decide if you are suitable for the position.
5. Interview - You’ll participate in a competency-based panel interview. The interview is designed to allow you to draw on examples from your work or life experience to demonstrate that you possess the necessary competencies to be a Halifax Regional Police Officer.
Additional steps
Medical exam
If you are successful through the previous six stages, you must undergo a medical exam to determine if you meet the medical standards set by Halifax Regional Police and the Province of Nova Scotia.
The medical exam will include a vision and a hearing test.
Background and reference checks
You’ll be thoroughly investigated to determine your suitability to be a police officer. Your references and previous employers may be contacted, and family and friends may be contacted and / or visited during this stage.
Psychological testing
You must undergo psychological testing to determine your suitability be a police officer.
CLOSING DATE : Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 pm on June 30, 2025.
During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.
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