Under the general direction of the Firearms Information Technology Systems Modernization (FITSM) unit Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) will perform a variety of tasks relating to the analysis, development, implementation, and modernization of various automated systems throughout the Bureau of Firearms (BOF). The BOF frequently implements new legislative mandates, therefore the AGPA should be able to interpret multiple and competing objectives, analyze situations, identify and solve problems, and draw valid conclusions to develop effective recommendations on IT enhancements necessary to comply with new and existing legislation. The position requires extensive knowledge of complex State and/or Federal firearm laws.
The AGPA is responsible for reviewing technical specification documents, comparing functional requirements to business rules, business process documents, and workflow diagrams to identify and document discrepancies and omissions that do not align with current firearms and/or ammunition legislation; providing recommendations on system enhancements to improve upon the current databases used by the BOF staff and modernize the bureau’s automated systems; and assisting with the development, testing, and implementation of system enhancements needed to comply with existing and upcoming legal mandates. The AGPA will be tasked with ensuring proposed system updates are in compliance with mandated reporting requirements and timeframes and align with the approved FITSM project objectives, scope, program strategic plan, and enterprise roadmap. The AGPA should be able to work independently and demonstrate discretion and flexibility. The AGPA will be required on occasion to work overtime, which may include weekends and holidays.
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Working Conditions
DOJ has temporarily adopted telework for employees who can effectively perform their essential work functions remotely. After an initial training period, this position may allow for some telework opportunities. All telework schedules are temporary, based on current conditions and will be re-evaluated as conditions change.