FOIA Analyst at Central Research

Washington, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

FOIA, Privacy Act, Document Review, Redaction, Case Management, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Research Skills, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, FOIAXpress, Attention to Detail, Problem-Solving, Legal Knowledge, Organizational Skills

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Central Research Inc., is seeking a Freedom of Information Act Analyst (FOIA) to support one of our Federal Clients in Washington, D.C. The analyst will be part of a team that provides FOIA and Privacy Act (PA) processing and internal and external consulting services. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: * Provide FOIA and Privacy Act (PA) reviews and process pending complex FOIA cases * Review, organize, and analyze documents for production in response to FOIA requests * Determine responsive records * Coordinate proposed disclosures of information for several entities within the agency * Redact documents in accordance with agency specifications and entity FOIA protocols which include annotating appropriate FOIA exemptions on records * Generate draft response letters to requestors detailing the FOIA review and release determination * Maintain complete and detailed case notes on assigned cases * Support agency litigation efforts Required Education and Experience Qualifications: * 5 years of FOIA processing experience * Bachelor’s Degree * U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency required per the contact * Ability to successfully obtain and retain the clearance required by the client Preferred Education and Experience Qualifications: * 5 years of FOIA processing experience * Bachelor’s Degree Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: * Knowledge of the FOIA, its procedural requirements and application of FOIA Exemptions * Knowledge of legal interpretations of the FOIA as it affects exemptions, and release of documents * Knowledge of the Privacy Act * Proficiency in managing and processing FOIA requests in the FOIAXpress software system * Strong research and analytical skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with individuals at all organizational levels * Working knowledge of personal computers and software (Microsoft Word and Adobe) * Ability to handle multiple tasks within specified deadlines * Excellent case management and time management skills * Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications * Proficient use of Adobe Acrobat Pro, * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Attention to detail Other Requirements: * Equal Opportunity Employer: Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Know Your Rights Poster can be found here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf] NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. It is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification, and addition as deemed necessary by the Company.

Responsibilities

The FOIA Analyst will provide reviews and process complex FOIA cases while coordinating disclosures of information within the agency. They will also maintain detailed case notes and support agency litigation efforts.