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Firearm Licensing Authority Identity verifiedGovernment agency · verified employer · 2 open roles

Firearm Examination Officer

SalaryJ$3.5M–4.7MJ$3,501,526 – 4,709,163 per year
WhereKingston & St. AndrewKingston
Experience3 years+Grade: Level 7
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About the role

Conduct a programme of certification or de-certification of applicants, Firearm Instructors, Firearm Ranges and Practical Firearm Training Courses.

All applicants will be required to pass a security background check.

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$3,501,526 - $4,709,163 per annum

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What you’ll do

  • Firearm Examination Certificates
  • Firearm Instructors Certificates.
  • Firearm Range Certificates.
  • Reports on monitoring activities.
  • Successful collaboration with the Jamaica Constabulary Force.
  • Administer the Firearm Examination
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  • Inform applicants of results and update the Authority’s database
  • Review applications for certification from Firearm Instructors, process applications and inform applicants
  • Monitor practical Firearm Training Courses to ensure adherence to standards and guidelines set by the Authority
  • Monitor Gun Clubs and approved Firearm ranges to ensure adherence to standards set by the Authority
  • Conduct inspections of private security companies’ firearm vaults to ensure that proper security standards are being met
  • Monitor adherence to procedures set governing the sale of ammunition by private dealers
  • Liaise with customers, government ministries, departments and agencies and private sector organisations to disseminate information and gain customer feedback
  • Review customer comments and suggestions received and respond to issues raised
  • Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly performance reports and statistics
  • Contribute to the development of the corporate plan and budget to ensure departmental targets and objectives are reflected
  • Communicate with members of the public on Authority policies, practices and relevant legislation
  • Advise and respond to customer enquiries related to new registrations and legislation administered by the office
  • Design and administer customer questionnaires, surveys and polls to gain feedback on Authority services and identify areas for improvement
  • Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time by the Manager, Examination

Technical

  • Administers the Firearm Examination.
  • Reviews application for certification from Firearm Instructors, process applications and inform applicants.
  • Monitors practical Firearm Training Courses to ensure adherence to standards and guidelines which have been set by the Authority.
  • Monitors Gun Clubs and approved Firearm ranges to ensure adherence to standards set by the Authority.
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  • Conduct inspection of private security companies’ firearm vaults on behalf of the Authority to ensure that the proper security standards are being met.
  • Monitors adherence to the procedures set governing the sale of ammunition by private dealers.
  • Prepared weekly, monthly and quarterly performance report and statistics.

What they’re asking for

  1. Eligible at grade Level 7
  2. 3 years’ relevant experience

Minimum required qualification and experience

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted

NO LATER THAN Tuesday October 6, 2026

E-mail: hrd@fla.gov.jm

or

The Manager,

Human Resource Management & Development

Firearm Licensing Authority

91A Old Hope Road, Kingston 6

EMAIL SUBJECT LINE SHOULD READ: FIREARM EXAMINATION OFFICER (Kingston)

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

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

  • Diploma in Management studies or equivalent qualification/training.
  • Three (3) years related experience.
  • Qualified Firearm Instructor.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Diploma in Management Studies or equivalent qualification/training
  • Three (3) years related experience
  • Qualified Firearm Instructor
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Knowledge of the FLA Act
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  • Principles and practices of investigation and research
  • Excellent knowledge of the Authority’s policies and procedures
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Good management, planning, organising and time management skills
  • Good analytical skills and sound judgement
  • Working knowledge of relevant computer applications
  • Ability to work under pressure

Technical Competencies

  • Interviewing techniques
  • Knowledge of FLA Act
  • Principles and practices of investigation and research
  • Excellent knowledge of the Authority’s Policies and Procedures

Core Competencies

  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent Communication skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Good management skills.
  • Good planning and organizing skills.
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  • Good analytical skills and sound judgment.
  • Good time management skills.
  • Working knowledge of relevant computer applications.
  • Ability to work under pressure.

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