Area Firearms Officer; Compliance Officer

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Competition # : 49529

Department:Justice

Location:HALIFAX

Type of Employment:Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date:09-Oct-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

The Department of Justice is responsible for the administration of justice and for promoting access to justice and the safety and security of Nova Scotians through justice-related programs, services, and initiatives.
The Public Safety and Security Division provides service based on mutual respect, consultation, and collaboration with government, stakeholders, and the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to continuous improvement and fairness in our efforts to reduce crime and its effects, while enhancing public confidence in the justice system.
Our division includes:

• Policing Strategies and Governance
• Police Modernization Unit
• Safety and Security Investigations Unit
• Public Safety Audit Function
• Provincial Firearms Program
• Security Programs Office
• Service Dog Program

For more information on the Department of Justice Public Safety and Security Division please visit the following link:

You will be designated a firearms officer and inspector by the Chief Firearms Officer (CFO) in accordance with the Firearms Act. Under the direction of the CFO and the supervision of the Program Lead, you will be responsible to administer the Firearms Act, its regulations and Part III of the Criminal Code.
You will engage with individuals, businesses, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders to gather information, evaluate eligibility, conduct inspections, and support compliance with legislative requirements.
This position requires strong judgment, sound decision-making, and the ability to balance public safety considerations with fair and consistent service delivery.
This position reports to the Provincial Firearms Office Program Lead.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Conducting complex investigations to assess the risk of allowing individuals access to firearms by researching records or reports and by interviewing any person who may provide relevant information pertaining to the eligibility to hold a licence or authorization.
• Conducting thorough inspections of shooting ranges, businesses or premises, including records, to ensure compliance and enhance public safety.
• Providing advice and guidance to clients and responding to enquiries relating to regulatory compliance and adherence to the regulations.
• Build strong working relationships with the public, licensees, other compliance agencies, police agencies, and other levels of government.

As the successful candidate, you have a certification or bachelors’ degree in a relevant field (e.g., Criminology, Social Work, Psychology, Law/Justice Studies) and 5 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Recent experience conducting complex investigations, eligibility assessments, background investigations, or risk assessments that required interviewing individuals, analyzing information from multiple sources, and making evidence-based decisions

You will require motivation and an ability to problem-solve while making decisions in consultation with your manager. Your sound judgement and application of common sense, with the proven ability to offer solutions to sensitive problems, is required.

Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Assets for this role include:

• Successful completion of a recognized educational or training program in law enforcement or investigations.
• Bilingualism in French and English
• Proficiency in records management practices…