FOIA Counsel & Policy Advisor

The United States Department of Justice; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 169,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) within the Department of Justice seeks an experienced OGC attorney to support the FOIA Unit. The attorney will handle matters of national scope balancing public access with law enforcement, coordinating with DOJ litigators and U.S. Attorneys across the country.

Drafts and reviews FOIA/PA documents, provides guidance on FOIA/PA policies, and handles classification reviews impacting releases. Requires a J.D.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• 4+ years post‑J.D. legal experience, with at least 1 year at GS-14 level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to OIG personnel on FOIA/PA and related information disclosure matters.
• Draft, edit, and review FOIA/PA briefs, declarations, and litigation documents.
• Coordinate with DOJ litigators and U.S. Attorneys on national‑scope matters.

Skills

FOIA knowledge

Legal research

Litigation experience

Policy development

Education

J.D. degree

ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) within the Department of Justice seeks an experienced OGC attorney to support the FOIA Unit. The attorney will handle matters of national scope balancing public access with law enforcement, coordinating with DOJ litigators and U.S. Attorneys across the country.

Drafts and reviews FOIA/PA documents, provides guidance on FOIA/PA policies, and handles classification reviews impacting releases. Requires a J.D.