FOIA Analyst Job Charleston area,South Carolina USA,Social Work

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a FOIA Analyst to support KPS and our government customer in Charleston, SC. This position requires the candidate to have an active Secret clearance

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.

The FOIA Analysts will support government Freedom of Information Act operations. As key personnel identified by the government, FOIA Analysts ensure transparent and compliant handling of FOIA requests. This position operates Monday through Friday during normal business hours, except on Federal holidays or when government facilities are closed for administrative reasons.

The FOIA Analyst will perform comprehensive support for FOIA operations, working with FOIA Officers, POCs, and SMEs. Core responsibilities include:

Request Management:

Monitor systems, mail, faxes, and email accounts for new requests and referrals
Analyze incoming requests for compliance and procedural requirements
Draft acknowledgment letters with appropriate fee categories and determinations
Coordinate with components for document review and case management
Assign and track requests through the appropriate channels

Document Processing:

Identify offices and personnel with potentially responsive records
Task and monitor search responses to ensure completeness
Provide guidance on proper search techniques
Determine appropriate search methodologies
Convert and prepare documents for review

Records Review and Response:

Identify information exempt from release under applicable laws
Apply appropriate red actions with proper exemption annotations
Review release recommendations and reconcile differences
Prepare correspondence for approval by authorized officials
Coordinate with subject matter experts and legal counsel as needed
Prepare final response packages for signature

Administrative Functions:

Maintain electronic case files with comprehensive documentation
Update case management systems for data accuracy
Manage correspondence and communications
Prepare Vaughn indices for withheld documents
Generate required reports and statistics
Ensure Section 508 compliance for public materials

Education and Experience:

Associate's degree or equivalent experience
Three or more years of experience in analytical and administrative support services

Required Skills and

Competencies:

High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat
Experience with electronic FOIA processing tools, preferably FOIAXpress
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements
Proven technical knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552)
Ability to analyze documents and identify exempt information
Experience with redaction processes and exemption application
Strong attention to detail in data management and reporting

Desired Skills and

Competencies:

Previous experience in government FOIA offices
Knowledge of federal FOIA policies and procedures
Experience with FOIA case management systems
Background in legal research related to FOIA cases
Familiarity with federal recordkeeping requirements

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture…