Fakenham, Norfolk
Full Time (37 Hours) - Permanent
£26,232 - £29,433 per annum
Friday 26 May 2023 at 5pm
Please quote Ref: L3017 on application form
Applications are invited for the above post based at Fakenham Police Station, to work as part of a small team, within the Joint Firearms Licensing Unit, conducting comprehensive enquiries in relation to firearms, shotguns and explosives licensing, and the suitability of individuals to possess firearms, shotguns and explosives.
Main duties include conducting enquiries of individuals, clubs and registered firearms dealers, inspection of firearms, security issues and land suitability. You would also be required to investigate incidents and offences in relation to firearms licensing.
It is essential that applicants meet the following criteria:
- The ability to work unsupervised and using own initiative
- Proven investigative and interview skills
- Ability to gather, assimilate and record accurately information obtained from various sources
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the law in relation to firearms licensing
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and to deal with sensitive and confrontational situations
- Experience of using computer systems with basic keyboard skills
- Must be capable of carrying out inspections of inaccessible areas such as lofts as well as the ability to conduct land surveys in difficult terrain
- Ability to travel to and from locations within the Counties of Norfolk/Suffolk as required for which a vehicle can be provided.
It is desirable that applicants meet the following criteria:
- Experience relating to the safe handling of firearms and explosives
- Demonstrate knowledge of the lawful use of firearms in the community
Hours of work are 37 per week Monday to Friday. This post is offered on a XXX basis.
Consideration will be given to whether the post can be delivered on either a part time or job share basis, in line with the organisational requirements of this role.
The recruitment criteria for all posts are subject to reasonable adjustment in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £26,232.00-£29,433.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: L3017
