The Vancouver Police Department is hiring and you could make $80K a year

“Your workplace may be the streets of Vancouver or the water surrounding it, a local school or community policing centre, at the end of a police dog leash or undercover in the drug world, at the helm of a boat or an armoured response vehicle; in a crime lab or in the online world, on horseback or motorcycle,” VPD says. 

 

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Those hired to fill the vacant positions will be offered a competitive salary that starts at $77,983 and grows to $111,709 within four years.

Officers have access to gyms inside all police buildings, career and mental health support, and an athletic therapist and physiotherapist on staff.

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Applicants are expected to be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents older than 19 years old. 

Hopeful candidates don’t need any previous police training; however, they do need a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 30 academic post-secondary credits. 

“Majority of our officers come from all walks of life,” a spokesperson tells Daily Hive. 

In-house courses and advanced programs at the Canadian Police College and JIBC are offered to develop skills. 

“VPD members also train annually at our state-of-the-art tactical training centre, which includes an indoor firearms range and force options gymnasium,” the VPD adds. 

There are a number of physical health measurements candidates will be expected to meet.  

It’s preferred that those applying have a degree or diploma in any field of study, a second language and volunteer experience. 

To apply or learn more about the position, visit VPD.com.