Program Analyst

Overview

ATF is a law enforcement agency in the U.S. Department of Justice that protects our communities from violent criminals, illegal firearms trafficking, explosives misuse, arson/bombing, terrorism, and illegal diversion of alcohol and tobacco products. The Office of Public and Government Affairs, Information and Privacy Governance Division in Washington, D.C., houses this Program Analyst position, which reports to the Division Chief and serves as the primary point of contact for Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) compliance matters.

• Coordinating timely and accurate responses to FOIA requests.
• Identifying operational needs, addressing potential gaps and challenges, and ensuring compliance with information privacy policies and governance standards.
• Conducting comprehensive assessments of FOIA processing software, analyzing system efficiency, and recommending updates and enhancements.
• Organizing and coordinating meetings and training sessions for FOIA program teams.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national eligible for federal employment.
• Background investigation and Selective Service registration or exemption required.
• May be required to serve a one‑year probationary period.
• Must sign a mobility agreement as required for new employees under this vacancy.

• For GS‑13, at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑12 level in federal, state, or local government or an equivalent public or private sector experience.
• Experience must include applying FOIA principles to data collection, analysis and reporting; ensuring compliance with FOIA regulations; generating reports using FOIA‑related systems; and negotiating acceptance of FOIA recommendations.
• Education is not a qualification requirement for this position.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non‑membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, you must contact the ATF EEO office within 45 calendar days of when the alleged harm occurred at 202‑648‑8760 or eeointakemailbox.

Please see DOJ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy.