Vault Custodian (Band 7) - Mandeville

Summary

To maintain a systematic accountability framework, with robust checks and balances for the proper storage and distribution of Firearms and Ammunition and other related equipment. 💰Salary: $3,501,526 JMD per annum

Responsibilities

• Key Outputs:

  • • Proper storage of Firearm and Ammunition
  • • Accurate Record Keeping of all Firearm and Ammunition in custody
  • • Reports on monitoring activities.
  • • Constant evaluation of policy and procedures
  • • Successful collaboration with the Jamaica Constabulary Force and other stakeholders.

• Key Responsibilities:

  • • Ensure that firearms are duly labelled with the FLA approved tag and are stored in the appropriate location in a logical sequence for easy retrieval.
  • • Ensures that Ammunitions are duly labelled with the FLA approved tag and are stored in the appropriate location in a logical sequence for easy retrieval.
  • • Maintain an appropriate register for all firearms and ammunitions and other related equipment.
  • • Ensure that Firearm Storage Receipts correspond with the Firearm Register/Vault information.
  • • Ensure that the condition of the firearm submitted for storage is properly recorded.
  • • Verify the accuracy of information on the Firearm Storage Receipt prior to storage
  • • Maintain a register to record proper handing over of firearm and ammunition that were in safe keeping.
  • • Ensures that a systematic firearm accountability framework is maintained and reviewed periodically.
  • • Ensures that all records are detailed specific to the firearm and ammunition being recorded.
  • • Ensures that firearms and ammunition FLA approved tag corresponds with information in register/vault management.
  • • Ensures that vault management system is updated as each storage/retrieval occurs.
  • • Verify the appropriate fee being charged for storage.
  • • Ensure appropriate fees are paid prior to handing over firearms to Firearm Examination Officer/ Holder.
  • • Co-ordinate firearm retrieval from the airports as instructed by the Director.
  • • Verify and maintain a register of all firearms presented by Firearm Dealers for ballistic testing.
  • • Liaise with Firearm Dealers regarding the storage of firearms for ballistic testing.
  • • Ensures adherence to set procedures governing the storage of firearms and ammunition.
  • • Liaise with customers, government ministries, departments and agencies and the private sector organisations to disseminate information and get customer feedback.
  • • Reviews customer comments, queries and suggestions and respond to issues raised.
  • • Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly performance reports and statistics.
  • • Contributes to the development of proper systems ensuring the department targets and objectives are reflected.
  • • Communicates with Firearm Holders regarding Authority's policies and practices and relevant legislations.
  • • Advise and respond to enquiries related to storage of firearms and ammunition.

• Performance Standards:

  • • Work volume targets and daily, weekly and monthly deadlines are met.
  • • Reports and data produced are accurate and complete.
  • • Customer queries and issues are responded to within agreed timescale in accordance with the Authority's policies and procedures.
  • • Customer express satisfaction with the service received.
  • • Authority's policies and procedures are adhered to.

Required Skills

• • Knowledge of the Firearm Act and related laws and regulations
• • Ability to work under pressure.
• • Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• • Excellent problem-solving skills.
• • Good management skills.
• • Good planning and organizing skills.
• • Good analytical skills and sound judgement.
• • Good time management skills.
• • Working knowledge of relevant computer applications.

Qualifications

• • Bachelors Degree in Management Studies or equivalent qualification/training.
• • Three (3) years related experience
• • Firearm Handling Certification
• • Data Management Certification

Additional Information and Instructions

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 28, 2025 to The Manager, Human Resource Management & Development Firearm Licensing Authority 91A Old Hope Road, Kingston 6 📧 Email: hrd@fla.gov.jm ℹ️ Subject: Vault Custodian (Band 7) - Mandeville 🔒 Important: All applicants will be required to pass a security background check. 🙏 Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 🌐 For more information: Visit the Firearm Licensing Authority's website at www.fla.gov.jm/jobs.

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