Firearms Enquiry Officer XA766
One part-time permanent post (29:36 hours, 4 days per week)
Location: Wakefield
West Yorkshire Police are looking to recruit a Firearms Enquiry Officer to join the Firearms Licensing team based at HQ Wakefield. The main purpose of the role is to provide an effective and efficient service relating to all firearms applications.
You should have good interpersonal and communication skills, including experience of engaging effectively with a diverse range of people. You will need the ability to prioritise your workload and be able to work using your own initiative.
You must be prepared to work flexibly to suit the requirements of the department. The role involves agile working covering Bradford and Calderdale districts predominantly, but you will be expected to cover other areas of the force where necessary. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence.
The application process will close at 23.55 hours on the 14th of February 2023.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We therefore encourage applications from female officers, all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Applications are also welcome from those who have gained transferable skills and experience outside of Operational Support.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last three years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
This opportunity is closed to applications.