Job description
Agency NT Police Force Work unit National Firearms Register Project
Job title Data Remediation Officer - National Firearms Designation Administrative Officer 4
Register
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 26/11/2027
Salary $77,344 - $88,179 Location Darwin
Position number 48078 RTF 347609 Closing 22/06/2026
Contact officer Matthew Chin, Team Leader on 08 8923 9817 or [email protected]
About the agency https://www.pfes.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=347609
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 comprehensive administrative and operational support to the National Firearms Register (NFR) Project and Northern
Territory Police Force. This role entails the precise processing of Northern Territory firearms data to ensure alignment with the
National Firearms Identification Database (NFID). The position requires adherence to relevant legislation, security protocols, and
record management standards.
Context statement
As a Data Remediation Officer working with NT Firearms data and the National Firearms Identification Database (NFID), you will
operate in a fast-paced environment. Your role is critical in reviewing and verifying data to ensure the accurate processing and
alignment of firearms information. This position demands meticulous attention to detail and adherence to deadlines. Familiarity
with the relevant legislation, including the NT Firearms Act 1997, is advantageous for ensuring compliance and accuracy in data
management.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide specialist operational support to the NFR Project Team, including working in collaboration with the Firearms Policy and
Recording Unit.
2. Process customer requests within required timeframes and relevant service delivery and security standards.
3. Assign and track escalated Data Remediation related issues as required.
4. Collation, analysis, and preparation of reports on Firearms Data Remediation processing, as per standard operating procedures.
5. Undertake data quality assurance and investigations, present findings, and provide recommendations to inform business
improvement.
6. Undertake assigned duties as directed by the Team Leader NFR Data Remediation.
7. Follow defined service quality standards, standard operating procedures, work health and safety policies and procedures.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Sound knowledge in computer systems, records management and major business systems, or the ability to obtain quickly.
2. High degree of accuracy and strong analytical skills and attention to detail when interpreting and inputting data.
3. Prior experience operating in a fast-paced environment with strong organisational and time management skills; with
demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, work independently with minimal supervision and work under pressure.
4. Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills, problem solving skills, sound organisational skills, flexibility in
thinking and cross-cultural awareness.
Desirable
1. Proficiency (or the ability to become proficient) in the use of NT Police Information systems; SerPro, SaFER, MDEA.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of or experience with firearms.
3. Qualifications in an Administrative, Intelligence or Information Technology field.
4. Knowledge and understanding of or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge and understanding of the issues, trends and
complexities related to the NT Firearms Act 1997 and the National Firearms Register.
Further information
The recommended applicant must consent to a check by Police of criminal records and intelligence data and have no significant
history prior to selection being confirmed.
