About this role
Role Overview
- Review and analyze FOIA requests to determine if they meet the requirements for processing
- Conduct research and gather information from various sources to support FOIA requests
- Prepare written responses to FOIA requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FOIA regulations
- Coordinate with internal teams and subject matter experts to gather and review responsive documents
- Track and monitor FOIA requests, ensuring timely responses and adherence to established deadlines
- Provide guidance and training to staff regarding FOIA regulations, policies, and procedures
- Stay updated on changes in FOIA regulations and guidelines, and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the FOIA program
- Manage and maintain FOIA tracking systems and databases
Requirements
- 5 years of federal FOIA experience
- J.D.
- Ability to process FOIA requests from cradle-to-grave
- Experience reviewing large record sets and applying redactions to responsive records in accordance with the FOIA, and any applicable case law
- Experience drafting correspondence
- Experience managing FOIA admin files in accordance with office SOPs
- Experience preparing FOIA appeal packages for legal sufficiency review
- Proficiency with FOIAXpress
- Experience working with OGC on FOIA appeals or FOIA litigation matters
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development