Representatives with the Fraternal Order of Police and Governor Pete Ricketts reached an agreement on a compensation plan. FOP represents Nebraska Department of Correctional Services correctional officers and security specialists with DHHS.
“Our protective services teammates are an integral part of keeping our communities safe,” said Gov. Ricketts. “Thank you to the State bargaining team and Corrections Union for working together to reach this historic agreement. It shows great support for the dedicated men and women working 24/7 to ensure public safety, and will help recruit and retain a strong team for our correctional facilities.”
The new agreement includes:
$5 per hour base wage increase for NDCS and DHHS teammates
$4 per hour base wage increase for Military/Security teammates
$3 per hour pay differential for NDCS and DHHS teammates
2x overtime pay for the duration of the contract
The combined $8 per hour increase will result in a 40% increase over the previous base of $20 per hour for new corporals in the corrections workforce.
FOP members still need to vote on the agreement.