Job Description

What the role is:

ICA is Singapore\'s lead agency in border security and our country\'s first line of defence against security and immigration threats. The checkpoints at our borders play a crucial part in ensuring the security and safety of Singapore. The relentless vigilance of our ICA officers and heightened security checks ensure that the safety of our country is assured. If you aspire to make a difference to our nation\'s security, come join us now!

What you will be working on:

[ LEADER IN BORDER SECURITY ] As a HAS (ICA) Direct-Entry Inspector, you are responsible for the implementation and enforcement of the laws, regulations and policies of the various work of the Department; as well as the management and operation of the various branches/commands under the Department. Leading a team of highly-skilled and well-trained ICA officers who are tasked with the duty of protecting Singapore\'s gateways, you play a critical role in ensuring the security of the nation. You have to possess leadership capability, be decisive, mentally agile, and display qualities of courage and integrity. You will be trained and developed to become a professional in border security, in-land enforcement and policy implementation. [ REMUNERATION ] First Class Hons / Second Class (Upper) Hons - $4,809 to $5,436 Second Class (Lower) Hons / Pass with Merit / Pass - $4,460 to $5,227 *Starting salary will vary according to assessment during interview, relevant work experience and completion of full-time National Service. [ $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS ] Newly appointed Direct Entry Inspector will receive a sign-on bonus, with $5,000 paid upon signing on and $10,000 upon confirmation after a one-year probation. [ BENEFITS ] \xe2\x80\xa2 18 - 21 days vacation leave \xe2\x80\xa2 Medical & dental subsidies \xe2\x80\xa2 Group Life insurance \xe2\x80\xa2 Sponsorship for postgraduate study \xe2\x80\xa2 Use of government holiday bungalows \xe2\x80\xa2 Subsidies for sports and recreation activities \xe2\x80\xa2 Performance and annual bonuses \xe2\x80\xa2 Marriage / Child benefits \xe2\x80\xa2 Birthday vouchers [ TRAINING ] Newly appointed officers will undergo a 26-week non-residential ICA Basic Course (Inspector) at the Home Team Academy, which will equip officers with the knowledge and skills to perform their duties. Training includes: \xe2\x80\xa2 Document examination & forgery detection \xe2\x80\xa2 People, goods and vehicle screening \xe2\x80\xa2 Profiling and interview techniques \xe2\x80\xa2 Law and legislation \xe2\x80\xa2 Firearms training \xe2\x80\xa2 Control and restraint techniques \xe2\x80\xa2 Protective security \xe2\x80\xa2 Personal effectiveness and soft skills \xe2\x80\xa2 On Job Training \xe2\x80\xa2 Leadership Training and Development (includes residential training) Direct-Entry Inspectors are required to serve a one-year bond upon completion of training. [ JOB DEPLOYMENT ] - Foundational Posting Upon graduation from the ICA Basic Course (Inspector), officers will be deployed to one of the Checkpoints e.g. at Woodlands, Tuas, or Singapore Cruise Centre. Officers deployed at the checkpoints work on three shifts. They are also required to wear uniform while on duty. - Developmental Posting As part of officers\' career posting and exposure to ICA\'s line operations, officers with suitable aptitude may be deployed to perform enforcement-related work which includes the conducting of raids against illegal immigrants, participation in operations against smugglers, contraband detection and investigations. Officers may also be deployed to the Services Centres to assess applications for travel documents, permanent residence, citizenship, identity cards or other passes/permits. The posting deployment choices extend to development of officers in the areas of planning and review, operations management and policy administration. There are also opportunities for officers to go on overseas posting stints.

What we are looking for:

[ REQUIREMENTS ] \xe2\x80\xa2 Physically fit \xe2\x80\xa2 Normal Colour Vision \xe2\x80\xa2 Possess qualities of leadership, initiative and versatility \xe2\x80\xa2 Singapore Citizen

About MHA - Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA):

ICA is Singapore\'s lead agency in border security and our country\'s first line of defence against security and immigration threats. The checkpoints at our borders play a crucial part in ensuring the security and safety of Singapore. The relentless vigilance of our ICA officers and heightened security checks ensure that the safety of our country is assured. If you aspire to make a difference to our nation\'s security, come join us now!

MHA - Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA)