FIREARMS PURCHASING PROGRAM CONSULTANT - 71002358 1

Requisition No: 885267 Agency: Department of Law Enforcement Working Title: FIREARMS PURCHASING PROGRAM CONSULTANT - 71002358 1 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 71002358 Salary: $54,060.22 Posting Closing Date: 10/17/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FIREARMS PURCHASING PROGRAM CONSULTANT CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SERVICES FIREARM ELIGBILITY/FIREARM PURCHASE PROGRAM **Open-Competitive Opportunity** POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the CJIS Manager I within the Firearm Purchase Program (FPP), this position is responsible for the review and advanced analysis of criminal history records to determine eligibility for the purchase and possession of firearms as authorized by Florida Statute. This position is also responsible for training internal and external customers, critical review of transactions for discrepancies, and quality control of transaction evaluations. This independent work assists management in the coordination of assignments that are complex in nature and broad in objective with the integration of diverse functions. This position must meet and maintain National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) certification as required and is responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of data housed within department databases. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific duties include: Completing task analyses and workflow documentation with such goals as to resolve programmatic, administrative, and operational issues; Acting as a team leader in the absence of management, allocating resources to maximize productivity and efficiency; Creating schedules as needed for queues, phones, and other operational activities; Reviewing and processing firearm transactions in the Firearm Eligibility System (FES) queue from licensed firearm dealers to screen potential buyer's eligibility to purchase a firearm; Evaluating requests by analyzing criminal justice information in FES in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner and processing transactions in accordance with state and federal law; Assessing, analyzing, and making recommendations to resolve issues and problems within the Section/Bureau/Division; Contacting local, state, and federal agencies by telephone or written correspondence to obtain information necessary to determine a firearm buyer's eligibility; and Evaluating workflow cases to ensure quality control of information submitted through CCH workflow. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Knowledge of the criminal justice system; Knowledge of office and administrative principles and practices; Knowledge of the methods of data collection; Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication; Knowledge of the FCIC/NCIC, III, CCH, and NICS information systems; Knowledge of customer service etiquette and ability to apply it effectively; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and Ability to read and interpret law enforcement data, Florida Statutes, Commission Rules, and Divisional Policy and Procedures. Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process. BASE SALARY: $54,060.22 HOW YOU WILL GROW: FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE. OUR SALARY & BENEFITS: Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program; Paid holidays, vacation a…

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