About ATF

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Our Mission

To conduct investigations utilizing our unique expertise, partnerships, and intelligence to enhance public safety by enforcing the laws and regulations and uphold the Constitution of the United States of America.

Our Vision

A leader in the Nation’s fight to disrupt violent crime for safer communities.

Our Values

We pledge an unwavering professional and organizational commitment to:

  • Commit to the health, safety, and well-being of our workforce.
  • Champion diversity, equality, inclusion, and collaboration.
  • Maintain open communication, transparency, and accountability with the communities we serve.
  • Manage our resources efficiently and effectively.
  • Remain agile through continuous learning and self-improvement.
  • Treat everyone with respect and dignity.
  • Uphold the highest levels of integrity and professionalism.

 

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Our Leadership

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Diversity & Inclusion

G.R.E.A.T. Program Manager Warren Harding, Officer Stephanie Velasquez and Supervisory Special Agent Kevin Smith teach G.R.E.A.T. summer camp lessons
Community Outreach

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Contact Us

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FAQs

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Careers

 

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