FOIA Specialist

Job Title

FOIA Specialist

Location

Washington, DC US (Primary)

Category

Administrative / Clerical

Requisition #

FOIA.2

Job Type

Full-time

Security Clearance Required

Public Trust

Education

Doctorate

Job Description

Infotrend, Inc. is seeking FOIA Specialists to serve as a subject matter expert in the areas of the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act (PA), performing all functions relating to reviewing and processing the responsive record, to include redacting all portions of record that cannot be released to the requestor, identifying the correct exemptions used, and identifying documents or other items in a file that require special processing.

 

Responsibilities

• Provides FOIA/PA review and process pending FOIA cases.
• Scans FOIA support documents related to cases assigned into the FOIA database.
• Prepare documentation for, and draft responses to, FOIA/PA requests, coordinating proposed disclosures of information for several entities within the agency.
• Processes submitter notices associated with specific FOIA cases and provide initial analysis of submitter objections.
• Redacts documents in accordance with agency/entity FOIA protocols which include annotating appropriate FOIA exemptions on records.
• Processes draft responses to submitters of objections to release of information in records and generate draft response letters to requestors detailing the FOIA review and release determination.
• Maintains complete and detailed case notes on all assigned cases.
• Supports agency litigation efforts, in coordination with the office of disclosure, by crafting Vaughn indices, declarations, affidavits, answers to complaints, and supplemental releases.

Job Requirements

 

• At least one (1) year of experience processing FOIA requests. This experience may be substituted with a law degree (i.e., Juris Doctor degree). Prior FOIA work experience at a Federal agency or contractor preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent industry experience
• Knowledge and familiarity with e-Discovery software tools such as NUIX, Ringtail, FOIAXpress, Relativity, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong attention to detail, organization skills and ability to meet deadlines efficiently.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects in a high-pressure environment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain national security eligibility.

The salary for this position ranges from $60,000 to $72,500 annually. The exact salary offered will depend on your qualifications, experience, and alignment with the responsibilities of the role. In addition to the base salary, we offer a comprehensive total compensation package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, and opportunities for bonuses based on individual and company performance. We believe in rewarding our employees holistically, beyond just their paycheck, to ensure long-term satisfaction and well-being.

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.