FOIA Analyst

Job Title

FOIA Analyst

Washington, DC 20037 US (Primary)

Information Management

Full-Time

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Bachelor's Degree

Security Clearance Required

Secret

• Process and document FOIA and Privacy Act (PA) requests to the organization's records, coordinating with both record submitters and requesters to clarify requests and make release determinations.
• Coordinate with various program offices to facilitate and conduct thorough searches for responsive documents.
• Interpret federal regulations, agency enforcement codes, and organizational policies regarding the release of agency documents.
• Prepare and review sensitive documents in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA).
• Apply precise red actions to sensitive materials using FOIAXpress to prevent the disclosure of personal identifiers, trade secrets, or other information exempted under applicable federal statutes.
• Review completed requests for the appropriateness of materials to be or not to be released, ensuring compliance with established protocols.
• Compose formal response letters, clarify requests, negotiate additional response times, and make professional recommendations on fees and fee waivers.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Interim Secret Clearance
• Ability to multi-task, work in a team environment, and adjust to established work patterns and processes as required.
• Three to five years of experience in FOIA related work.
• Knowledge and proficiency in FOIA Xpress, Microsoft Office Suite, and the application of FOIA exemptions and PA statutes.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, reading comprehension, and attention to detail.
• Possess exceptional communication skills (both oral and written)
• Experience with document and quality control standards, and in drafting correspondence.

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.