Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Analyst, WHS ESD

Dexis; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexis is seeking a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Analyst for a contract with Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) Executive Services Directorate (ESD) in the National Capital Region. The role handles FOIA/PA requests from intake to release, applies exemptions, protects PII, drafts correspondence, and maintains case files and reporting.

Required: Associate’s degree, 4 years FOIA experience with the federal government (DoD experience highly desired), and TS/SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree at minimum.
• 4 years of experience processing FOIA requests for the federal government, from receipt to release of records.
• Experience processing FOIAs with the Department of War or a federal law enforcement agency highly desired.
• Active Top Secret clearance; TS/SCI eligibility as required by the Government/task order.

Responsibilities

• Process FOIA/PA requests from initial receipt through release of records, including case initiation, records searches and audits, and reviews.
• Redact documents using approved redaction software (e.g., RedactXpress) in accordance with FOIA/PA exemptions and PII protection requirements.
• Draft correspondence, file and mail cases, and perform case scanning, data entry, and workflow tracking.
• Support case filing, archiving, and disposition determinations for FOIA/PA case files.
• Support the FOIA Requestor Service Center and provide courier support as required.
• Ensure personally identifiable information (PII) is protected throughout the FOIA/PA process.
• Coordinate with government leads and provide administrative and programmatic support in execution of the FOIA/PA Program.
• Utilize Microsoft Office products to prepare correspondence, track caseloads, and support reporting requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

FOIA processing

PII protection

Redaction software

Data entry

Case management

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

RedactXpress

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.

At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.

About The Position

Dexis is currently seeking a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Analyst for a contract to support the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) Executive Services Directorate (ESD).

Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) – Executive Services Directorate (ESD) provides comprehensive information management services and business solutions to the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW), WHS, and 14 DoW Agencies and Field Activities, in addition to all DoW Federal Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Task Forces (BCTFs). ESD executes lawfully and federally mandated regulatory programs regarding information access, use, storage, retention, and transparency within DoW, externally to Executive Branch Agencies and Departments, and the general public. These programs require management and improvement of insulated and integrated OSW business processes, providing enterprise-wide, cradle-to-grave information and content management and general mission support.

This position is based in the NCR at client offices. The position is subject to client approval and contract award.

Responsibilities

• Process FOIA/PA requests from initial receipt through release of records, including case initiation, records searches and audits, and reviews.
• Redact documents using approved redaction software (e.g., RedactXpress) in accordance with FOIA/PA exemptions and PII protection requirements.
• Draft correspondence, file and mail cases, and perform case scanning, data entry, and workflow tracking.
• Support case filing, archiving, and disposition determinations for FOIA/PA case files.
• Support the FOIA Requestor Service Center and provide courier support as required.
• Ensure personally identifiable information (PII) is protected throughout the FOIA/PA process.
• Coordinate with government leads and provide administrative and programmatic support in execution of the FOIA/PA Program.
• Utilize Microsoft Office products to prepare correspondence, track caseloads, and support reporting requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree at minimum.
• 4 years of experience processing FOIA requests for the federal government, from receipt to release of records.
• Experience processing FOIAs with the Department of War or a federal law enforcement agency highly desired.
• Experience with redaction software such as RedactXpress.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Active Top Secret clearance; TS/SCI eligibility as required by the Government/task order.

Below is the pay range aligned with this position. When developing a range, Dexis evaluates compensation holistically, triangulating between external market research, our budget for the position, and internal equity to arrive at a figure that is fair and competitive. Offers within this range will be based on an individual candidate's qualification, relevant education and experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.

Dexis Pay Range For This Role

$65,000—$145,000 USD

Benefits

Dexis offers benefits to support employees’ health, financial security, and well-being. The benefits outlined below are for full-time, US-based positions only. These benefits include:

• Medical and prescription drug coverage: A choice of three UnitedHealthcare medical plans, with coverage options for employees and eligible dependents.
• Dental insurance: Dental coverage for employees and eligible dependents, including preventive, basic, major, and orthodontic services, subject to plan limits.
• Company-paid vision insurance: Vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents, with premiums paid in full by Dexis.
• Employer-funded health reimbursement arrangement (HRA): Employees who enroll in the Silver HRA medical plan receive an employer-funded HRA to help pay eligible in-network deductible expenses.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance: Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, plus short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Optional supplemental insurance: Voluntary supplemental life and AD&D insurance options, including life insurance options for eligible dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Company-paid access to confidential counseling and legal and financial support resources for employees and their families.
• Health and wellness resources: Virtual care, behavioral health resources, and wellness programs available through the medical plan.
• Benefits assistance: Personalized support with benefit enrollment, coverage questions, claims, and finding providers through the Employee Care Center.

Participation, coverage, and employee contributions are subject to applicable benefit plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?

Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.