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 and Explosives Program Specialist position include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs basic assignments which demonstrate a basic understanding of the functions and operation of EPS and Bureau policies and regulations.
Utilizes various information technology (IT) software and hardware to research the Internet and various databases. Compile information, enter and retrieve data, generate reports, and depict data in various spreadsheet and report formats. Research legal contracts pertaining to purchases of firearms, explosives, and ammunition. Answers inquiries from law enforcement, industry representatives, business firms, and the public.
*Shift work may be required." Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements, please see the statements below. Education must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, in order for it to be creditable towards your qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from accredited institution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
camille.gunter@atf.gov · 202-648-8631
This position is with Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Department of Justice.
The posted pay range is $46610 – $75059/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-06.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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