FOIA Appeals Analyst

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze unclassified and classified documents to determine the appropriate action and release procedures needed in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act (5 USC § 552), Privacy Act (5 USC § 552(a)), E.O. 13526, and applicable sections of the CFR and DoD Manuals and Instructions
• Interpret regulations, agency enforcement codes, and organizational policies regarding release of agency documents upon receipt of an appellate request
• Ensure released materials does not contain personal identifiers or directly or indirectly reveal trade secrets and other information exempted under the applicable statutes
• Propose, red actions for both internal components and final external release to the requestor
• Support the administrative processing of FOIA Appeal Requests including but not limited to:
  • Composition of official case correspondence
  • Perfect Requests with requestors
  • Negotiate additional response time
  • Make recommendations on fees and fee waivers
• Coordinate with internal OSD offices and Subject Matter Experts on conducting searches and initial reviews for responsive documents
• Demonstrate understanding of document markings and control procedures
• Recognize lawfully protected marked and unmarked Nuclear and Intelligence Information

• DoD Top Secret clearance Required – SCI Preferred
• 1+ Years of FOIA/FOIA-like (MDR, FRUS) processing experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in information management related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

• Knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe PDF
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, reading comprehension, and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, work in a team environment, and adjust to established work patterns and processes as required
• Possess exceptional leadership and communication skills (both oral and written)

Salary range for this position is $70,000–$80,000 annually.

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.