FOIA Programs Assistant – Administrative & Research Support

South Carolina DDSN

South Carolina

On-site

USD 32,000 - 46,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

South Carolina Department of Public Safety, specifically the FOIA section of the SC Highway Patrol, seeks an assistant to support FOIA requests, research, data entry, and document preparation for release in accordance with state law. The role includes handling AXON videos and coordinating with divisions for information gathering.

The position emphasizes strong administrative abilities, accuracy, and timely communication via phone, mail, and email, with duties extending to invoicing/fee

Qualifications

Strong administrative capabilities including organizational and computer/database skills.
Word processing, database management, and automated record keeping skills.
Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

Respond to FOIA requests in a timely, courteous manner.
Research, enter new requests into the database, gather information from divisions.
Prepare and redact materials for release according to state law (including AXON videos).
Field and respond to inquiries by phone, mail, and email; prioritize workflow with FOIA Coordinators.
Perform administrative tasks and process FOIA fees as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Computer/database skills

Word processing

Database management

Automated record keeping

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree substituted for experience

Job description

The position emphasizes strong administrative abilities, accuracy, and timely communication via phone, mail, and email, with duties extending to invoicing/fee

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