Compliance Enforcement Officer

Organisation
Firearm Licensing Authority
Reference
VAC-56319
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Government & Public Sector
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$4,266,270 per annum
Date Posted
28/03/2025
Expiry Date
18/04/2025
To conduct the Authority’s programme of Investigative Audits and Complaints Investigation.

 

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Accurate investigation reports 
  • Timely delivery of investigation reports 
  • Investigation progress reports 

 

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

  • Liaise with customers, government ministries, departments and agencies and private sector organizations to disseminate information and gain customer feedback. 
  • Review customer comments and suggestions received and respond to issues raised 
  • Prepare monthly and annual performance reports and statistics. 
  • Contribute to the development of the corporate plan and budget to ensure the department targets and objectives are reflected. 
  • Communicate with members of the public on the Authority's policies and practices and relevant legislations. 
  • Administer customer questionnaires, surveys and polls to gain feedback on Authority services and identify areas for improvement. 
  • Assist in developing and reviewing division’s policies, procedures and systems to meet the Authority’s goals, objectives and targets. 
  • Communicate with members of the public on the Authority's policies and practices and relevant legislations. 
  • Conduct comprehensive & snap audits of FLA Approved Firearm Authorisations 
  • Participate in the renewal process FLA Approved Firearm Authorisations 
  • Serve Revocation Orders to FLA Approved Firearm Authorisation holder. 
  • Enforcement of revocation orders by the retrieval of firearms, ammunition, accessories, and licences
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director, Compliance and Enforcement

 

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS/INDICATORS

  • Deliverables produced within agreed timeframe. 
  • Compliance and Enforcement programmes are in keeping with GOJ international obligations under treaties and convention with respect to the firearm industry. 
  • Investigations conducted in accordance with agreed timeframe and standards.
  • Firearm/Ammunition retrieval and inspection coordinated in keeping with the Authority's policies and procedures. 
  • Statements recorded in keeping with standard operating procedures. 
  • Revocation orders issued in keeping with the Authority's policies and procedures.
  • Reports and data produced are accurate and complete. 
  • Customers queries and issues are responded to within agreed timescales in accordance with the Authority’s policies and procedures. 
  • The extent to which confidentiality, integrity and sensitivity are displayed in the execution of duties. 

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Technical Competencies 

  • Excellent knowledge of the Firearms (Prohibition, Restriction and Regulation) Act, 2022
  • Strong knowledge of industry regulations and standards 
  • Sound investigative skills 
  • Sound knowledge in the use of firearms 
  • Knowledge of the Authority’s policies and procedures 
  • Working knowledge of relevant computer applications 
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality 

Core Competencies 

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Excellent organisation skills 
  • Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills 
  • Excellent time management skills 
  • Good analytical skills and sound judgment 
  • Excellent planning and organizing skills 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Extensive travelling may be necessary 
  • May be required to work outside of regular working hours 

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in management studies, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent. Three (3) years’ experience in compliance auditing 

 

 

 

 

ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS A SECURITY BACKGROUND CHECK.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

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