FOIA Records Coordinator — Remote, Illinois

University of Illinois System; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition waivers for employees and/or a

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The University of Illinois System seeks a Vice President for External Relations and Communications-Chicago to coordinate FOIA processing and related data needs. The role supports the Associate and Assistant Directors of FOIA Administration, ensuring timely responses across multiple locations and channels.

Based in Chicago with primarily remote work, the position involves collaboration with legal counsel, regular team check-ins, and ongoing process improvements to meet deadlines and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, legal studies, or related field.
• Minimum four years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public relations, legal, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate FOIA processing team responsibilities under Associate Director of FOIA Administration.
• Hold regular check-ins with coordinators to ensure consistency in FOIA responses.
• Consult with legal counsel on processing FOIA materials.
• Assist with data needs of the FOIA process across multiple locations.
• Develop reports and automate reporting and graphics production.

Skills

FOIA coordination

Data analysis

Project coordination

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

The University of Illinois System seeks a Vice President for External Relations and Communications-Chicago to coordinate FOIA processing and related data needs. The role supports the Associate and Assistant Directors of FOIA Administration, ensuring timely responses across multiple locations and channels.

Based in Chicago with primarily remote work, the position involves collaboration with legal counsel, regular team check-ins, and ongoing process improvements to meet deadlines and regulatory