FOIA Analyst

Job Title

FOIA Analyst

Location

Alexandria, VA 22311 US (Primary)

Category

Information Management

Job Type

Full-Time

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Security Clearance Required

TS

Job Description

• Implement statutory and policy directives in favor of disclosure while protecting, under one or more of the nine FOIA exemptions and/or Privacy Act exemptions, classified information the release which could cause foreseeable harm to national security

• Utilize Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) case processing, in accordance with 5 U.S.C 552 (Freedom of Information Act), 5 U.S.C. 552a (Privacy Act), and DoDM 5200.01 “DoD Information Security Program: Overview, Classification, and Declassification Volumes 1-4.”

• Review and analyze documents in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) and independently determine whether unreleased or uncirculated information and documents controlled by the US government can be disclosed upon request.

• Analyze documents to determine classification level and identify document markings

• Recognize possible nuclear weapons and intelligence information

• Process and document FOIA and PA requests to an organization’s records

• Interpret regulations, agency enforcement codes, and organizational policies regarding release of agency documents

• Ensure released materials do not contain personal identifiers, information that is classified to protect national security, directly or indirectly reveal trade secrets, and other information exempted under the applicable statutes

• Exercise discretionary judgment on FOIA procedural issues such as fee category determinations, fee waivers, and the granting of expedited processing

• Conduct primary reviews and analyze requests to determine if redactions need to be made before release in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974

• Compose response letters, clarify requests, negotiate additional response time, and make recommendations on fees and fee waivers

• Coordinate with program offices on conducting searches for responsive documents

• Negotiate with submitters of records, and with requestors of those records, to clarify requests in order to make release determinations or recommendations

• Evaluate FOIA responses by analyzing facts, performing appropriate research, and preparing final detailed responses

• Ensure proper handling, storage, and processing of classified material at all times

• Develop and maintain proficiency in the use of guidance and reference material, both substantive and procedural

Job Requirements

• DoD Top Secret Clearance required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Management related field (History, Government Affairs, Political Science, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

• Knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite and FOIAXpress

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act, the Privacy Act and the nine FOIA exemptions

• Experience drafting correspondence and communicating effectively with requesters

• Possess strong analytical skills, reading comprehension, and attention to detail

• Ability to multi-task, work with little to no supervision, and adjust to established work patterns and processes as required

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.