Branch Chief — Criminal Investigations & Strategy

ATF; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ATF is seeking a Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Branch Chief) in the United States to lead a critical branch within the Special Operations Division, Incident Support Branch. The role provides investigative expertise and oversight for high-priority investigations and program performance across multiple jurisdictions.

The position requires substantial experience leading investigations, developing policies, and coordinating with other ATF divisions and DOJpartners.

Qualifications

• Leading and guiding investigative procedures (arrest processing, evidence handling).
• Survey, study, and analysis to identify problems and provide solutions.
• Interpreting ATF statutory responsibilities across jurisdictions and industries; applying them to branch programs.
• Preparing reports on progress, findings, and impacts of task force groups.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements branch policies, practices, and procedures.
• Advises deputy division chief and/or division chief on significant issues pertaining to branch programs and projects.
• Responsible for assessing, developing, and evaluating program goals, needs, operations, and accomplishments.
• Conducts short- and long-range planning for branch goals in response to funding, policy, or legislation changes.
• Coordinates projects with management officials across ATF and other agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Investigative oversight

Policy analysis

Job description

ATF is seeking a Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Branch Chief) in the United States to lead a critical branch within the Special Operations Division, Incident Support Branch. The role provides investigative expertise and oversight for high-priority investigations and program performance across multiple jurisdictions.

The position requires substantial experience leading investigations, developing policies, and coordinating with other ATF divisions and DOJpartners.