Each PMA Salary Range (Salary Grades, Computer Services, Technical Plan, University Police Sergeant and Research Scientists) is comprised of a range minimum, job rate and range maximum.

Job Rate: The primary reference point and is deemed to be reflective of the job rates for similar positions in the labour market.

Range Minimum: Equal to 15% below the Job Rate.  This is the minimum salary for a position in a range.  Salaries for new hires/appointments will typically be at or near the range minimum.

Range Maximum: Equal to 21% above the Job Rate.  This is the maximum salary considered for a position in a range.