Agency NT Police Force Work unit Firearms Policy and Recording Unit

Job title Firearms Registry Team Leader Designation Administrative Officer 6

Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing

Salary $102,505 - $114,282 Location Palmerston

Position number 44174 RTF 358166 Closing 14/10/2026

Contact officer Honor MacKinnon, Firearms Registry Manager on 89223544 or [email protected]

About the agency https://www.pfes.nt.gov.au

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358166

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Provide day-to-day supervision and coordination of licensing and registration functions within the Firearms Policy and Recording Unit,

ensuring accurate, timely processing of applications and supporting team performance in a high-volume, compliance-driven environment,

aligned with legislative and organisational requirements.





Key duties and responsibilities

1. Supervise and lead a small operational team to deliver licensing and registration outcomes in line with legislation and policy.
2. Allocate, monitor and prioritise workloads to ensure timely processing of applications and service delivery targets are met.
3. Provide guidance, training and on-the-job support to staff, including quality assurance and review of work.
4. Identify and escalate complex applications, risks or compliance issues to the Registry Manager.
5. Monitor data quality and ensure accuracy and integrity of records across relevant systems.
6. Contribute to process improvements, including identifying inefficiencies and suggesting practical solutions.
7. Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders, customers and external agencies.
8. Support implementation of operational changes, including new systems, procedures or legislative updates.
9. Ensure adherence to confidentiality, probity and information management requirements.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Hold, or be eligible and willing to obtain, a Firearms Employee Licence.
2.



Demonstrated experience supervising or leading a small team in an administrative or operational workplace.
3. Proven high-level organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines in a

high-volume setting.
1. Demonstrated high-level interpersonal oral and written communication skills, including the ability to support staff and engage with

stakeholders professionally.
1. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy or procedures related to administrative decision-making, or ability to

quickly acquire.
1. Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to data accuracy, quality assurance, and sound IT skills including Microsoft Office and

data systems.
1. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, while maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with

discretion.

Desirable

1. Knowledge of the Firearms Act 1997 (NT) and related legislation.
2. Knowledge of firearm types and categories.

Further information It is mandatory for position holders within the Firearms Policy and Recording Unit to hold a Firearms Employee License. To progress in the recruitment, shortlisted applicants must consent to a probity check which involves a comprehensive review of an applicant’s personal history against local and national databases to ensure the applicant meets legal, ethical, and safety standards. Additionally, the successful applicant must consent to a check by police of criminal records and intelligence data to confirm they have no significant criminal history.

📌 Firearms Registry Team Leader (Palmerston City)
🏢 NT Police Force
📍 Palmerston City