Hybrid FOIA Coordinator & Data Analytics Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers for employees and/or/;

Tuition waivers for employees and/or;

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for Visiting FOIA Coordinator (Hybrid) in Chicago. The role supports FOIA administration across three universities, coordinating response timelines, data reports, and collaboration with legal counsel.

It is a mostly remote position with in-person department meetings several times a year. Minimum four years of related communications experience plus a BA in a relevant field are required; Illinois FOIA knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum four years of professional experience in communications or related discipline.
• Knowledge of Illinois FOIA regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate FOIA processing and ensure timely responses.
• Regular check-ins with coordinators to maintain consistency.
• Consult with legal counsel on FOIA materials.
• Assist with data needs across multi-location FOIA operations.
• Collaborate on FOIA best practices with public universities.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work independently

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, legal studies, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

CMS and analytics tools

Job description

University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for Visiting FOIA Coordinator (Hybrid) in Chicago. The role supports FOIA administration across three universities, coordinating response timelines, data reports, and collaboration with legal counsel.

It is a mostly remote position with in-person department meetings several times a year. Minimum four years of related communications experience plus a BA in a relevant field are required; Illinois FOIA knowledge is preferred.