FOIA Manager

Prince William County Government; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

401a/457 plans

Paid leave and holidays

Health plans

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Prince William County Police Department is seeking an experienced FOIA Manager to lead the FOIA team, oversee subpoenas and records requests, and ensure timely, compliant responses. This is a fast-paced public safety environment where discretion and policy knowledge are essential.

The role reports to the Chief of Staff and requires strong customer-service focus, the ability to work under pressure, and readiness for emergency response duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 5 years in FOIA/records requests, discovery, or related field.
• Experience in a senior or supervisory role (2+ years).
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local FOIA laws and records policies.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Oversee FOIA team handling requests, subpoenas, and records requests.
• Ensure timely, comprehensive, and legally compliant responses.
• Interact with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and adapt to growing workload.

Skills

FOIA experience

Leadership

Policy development

Discretion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you an experienced FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) specialist with an eye for detail and a passion for solving problems and providing high-quality customer service? Then this new FOIA Manager role may be for you! The Prince William County Police Department is seeking a qualified, energetic individual to fill a position as our first Senior Business Services Analyst (FOIA Manager). If you are interested in working in a full-time position in a fast-paced, high-energy office within an organization promoting public safety in the community, then the Prince William County Police Department is the place for you! Prince William County is a growing, diverse, and dynamic community located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia.

About This Role:

The successful candidate will work within the Office of the Chief of Police, under the direction of and reporting to the Chief of Staff, to oversee and manage the team responsible for responding to all Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, subpoenas, and other records requests. Over the past several years, the number of FOIA and records requests submitted to the Department has grown rapidly. Last year, the Department’s FOIA team responded to over 4,200 requests, and we expect that number to grow each year substantially.

The candidate will possess the ability to review and compile a large volume of information and documents and will be comfortable interacting with internal and external customers and stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner. The candidate will handle numerous requests and ensure timely, comprehensive responses that comply with all laws, regulations, and policies. The candidate will be comfortable working with highly sensitive law enforcement materials and will be expected to maintain the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the information.

Like all members of the Police Department, this role is considered an emergency response employee and is subject to emergency call back and/or on-call status and may be required to work alternative schedules to accommodate and meet deadlines.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 5 years of related field experience in Federal and/or Virginia FOIA, records request fulfillment, and/or discovery or similar records and document management.

Preferences:

• At least 2 years of prior experience in a senior, lead, or supervisory role.
• Experience conducting FOIA operations, preferably in a police or public safety environment.
• Experience with reviewing and developing policies and procedures in a public safety environment to enhance agency efficiency and performance to meet community needs.
• Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing FOIA, records requests, and document management, as well as knowledge of law enforcement and investigative operations.

Special Requirements:

All employees considered for hire by the Police Department are subject to a Polygraph Examination and a thorough Background Investigation.

Work Schedule:

Typically, Monday-Friday, covering general business hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position may periodically require time commitments outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends. Like all members of the Police Department, this role is considered an emergency response employee and is subject to emergency call back and/or on-call status. Eligibility for occasional remote (telework) work will be assessed based on performance and operational needs and demands.

Starting Salary Range:$83,272.80 - $97,968.00

We also offer great benefits, including:

1. Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
2. 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
3. Paid Annual Leave
4. Paid Personal Leave
5. Paid Sick Leave
6. Paid Holidays
7. Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
8. Optional Group Life Insurance
9. An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
10. Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

NOTE:The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.