Firearms and Explosives Program Specialist

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, develop, coordinate, administer and evaluate policies, programs, systems and procedures to provide for the regulation of the firearms and explosives industries, as required by the Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended; the Arms Export Control Act of 1976; Title XI of the Organized Crime Control Act of 1970, as amended.

This position is located under the Office of Enforcement Programs and Services, National Firearms Act Division (NFA Division), Industry Processing Branch located in Martinsburg, WV. The major duties of the Firearms & Explosives Program Specialist position include, but are not limited to, the following: GS-07 Explains procedures and policies prescribed under pertinent laws, regulations, and directives. Performs basic assignments which demonstrate a basic understanding of the functions and operation of EPS and Bureau policies and regulations. Briefs visitors and participates in the training of lower graded specialists. Compiles information, enter and retrieve data, generate reports, and depict data in various spreadsheet and report formats. GS-09 Reviews, evaluates, processes, restricts, or recommends approval or denial of applications and supporting documents. Utilizes office equipment and the capabilities and limitations of numerous databases and computer systems. Responds to complex inquiries from applicants, Provides technical advice and assistance to Field Operations personnel, law enforcement agencies, applicants, and industry members. GS-11 Responds to complex inquiries from applicants, resolves applicant and industry concerns, and participates in criminal and regulatory investigations. Conducts background checks, investigates criminal histories, and analyzes court and other legal documents to resolve original and delayed background checks. Performs complex assignments which demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the functions and operation of EPS and Bureau policies and regulations. Acts on and processes applications to include refunds. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progresses.

The requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Key Requirements: Must be U.S. Citizen or National Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file. May be required to serve a one-year probationary period. You must be a current permanent Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives employee with competitive status or a CTAP/RPL eligible candidate. Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test. Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation. You must meet all applicable time-in-grade requirements by the closing of this announcement. MOBILITY PLAN: New employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATF's mobility policy is to enhance career development and progression, and achieve mission and business effectiveness. To accomplish these objectives, the mobility plan will facilitate the movement of employees through special short-term assignments or permanent reassignments throughout the Bureau. Applicants who decline to sign a mobility agreement, as required, will be removed from the hiring process. This is a non-bargaining unit position.