FOIA Analyst II

Goldschmitt and Associates Llc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 74,250 - 90,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate vesting

Paid Federal Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Insurance, including Vision and Dental Insurance

Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

FSA/HSA Programs

Commuter Benefits Program

Adoption Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Caregiver Support Program

Health Advocacy Program

Financial Wellbeing Support

Job summary

Goldschmitt and Associates Llc is looking for a FOIA Analyst II to support policy and program offices within a government agency. This hybrid position requires commuting to the office in Washington, DC twice a week and offers an anticipated annual salary of up to $82,500 depending on experience.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in the FOIA field, strong research skills, and experience with FOIAXpress. The role includes responsibilities such as document analysis, responding to FOIA requests, and promoting government transparency.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience working in the FOIA field providing support to a Government Agency.
• Understanding of Exemptions 1-7.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests for records pursuant to the FOIA.
• Review, organize, and analyze documents for production.
• Disclose non-exempt information directly to requestors.
• Apply Exemptions 1-7 when responding to FOIA requests.
• Utilize FOIAXpress to manage FOIA requests.

Skills

Research and analytical skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

FOIAXpress

Job description

Summary

Goldschmitt and Associates is searching for a FOIA Analyst II to provide FOIA support for policy and program offices within a government agency. This position is a hybrid role and requires commuting to the USDT office in Washington, DC twice per week. The anticipated annual salary for this position is up to $82,500, dependent upon experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Support required will involve various assistance-related duties to respond to requests for records, pursuant to the FOIA
• Will review, organize, and analyze documents for production in response to FOIA requests, including determining responsive records, identifying confidential business information, intra‑agency, pre‑decisional and deliberative information or attorney work product, and personal identifying information
• Promote transparency within the government agency by disclosing non‑exempt information directly to requestors and making proactive disclosures of non‑exempt information readily accessible via the government online electronic reading room
• Appropriately apply Exemptions 1‑7 when responding to FOIA requests
• Utilize FOIAXpress to manage and process FOIA requests

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with individuals at all organizational levels
• Ability to handle multiple tasks within specified deadlines

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess at least 3 years of experience working in the FOIA field providing support to, or working directly for a Government Agency
• Possess a working understanding of Exemptions 1‑7
• Possess prior experience utilizing FOIAXpress to manage and process FOIA requests
• Possess the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor's degree

Benefits

• 401(k) with immediate vesting
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical Insurance, including Vision and Dental Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• FSA/HSA Programs
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Caregiver Support Program
• Health Advocacy Program
• Financial Wellbeing Support

EEO Statement

Goldschmitt and Associates is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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.