Regulatory Officer (Security Industry Division) - SPF/ PRD

Contextual Overview

The Singapore Police Force (SPF) is seeking a Regulatory Officer for the Security Industry Division within the Police Regulatory Department (PRD). The role involves making regulatory decisions, overseeing licensing frameworks for security officers and agencies, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and balancing stakeholder expectations under the Management Executive Scheme.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Open to fields of study in any discipline, ideally with relevant work experience.
• Strong command of both written and spoken English.
• Competent in IT applications, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical abilities.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Evaluate and approve licence applications for security officers, security agencies, private investigators, and private investigation firms within designated timeframes.
• Ensure regulatory decisions and recommendations strictly align with legal requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Manage enquiries from licensees and the general public via phone, email, and face-to-face interactions.
• Perform PRD counter duties for a minimum of two working days each calendar month and handle public monies as an appointed collector.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not Specified (Placed under the Management Executive Scheme)

Mode: Full-time, On-site in Singapore

Application Procedure & Required Documents

Interested candidates can view the official listing and submit their applications through the official platform link provided below. Short-listed candidates will be notified within two weeks after the closing date for applications.

Official Notification & Contact Information

Official Application Portal: Singapore Police Force Job Listing on LinkedIn

Contact Information: Not specified

Contextual FAQs

What is the primary function of a Regulatory Officer in the PRD?

The Regulatory Officer is gazetted with powers to make binding decisions on licenses, ensuring that all regulatory approvals for the security industry comply with legal mandates, SOPs, and public safety requirements.

What are the expected deployment duties apart from license evaluation?

Officers are rostered for counter duties for at least two working days per month to manage walk-in public queries, coordinate appointments, and handle public monies as authorized collectors.