Public Records & Disclosure Lead

Pierce County; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce County in Tacoma, WA seeks a Public Disclosure Analyst, Lead to serve as SME on public disclosure, handle complex records requests, conduct research, apply laws, and guide department Records Officers.

You will lead full disclosure workflow, coordinate with legal and communications, monitor deadlines, mentor staff, and stay current with state laws; a strong background in government records is essential.

Qualifications

• Seven years of related experience, including three years in public records work in a government agency or legal setting.
• Post-secondary education may substitute for up to four years of required experience.
• Resume and cover letter are required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, confidential responses to complex and sensitive requests.
• Manage complex, multi-departmental, high-risk public records requests; coordinate with legal, communications, and departmental staff.
• Lead and document comprehensive records searches and investigations with departmental staff to obtain responsive data and documents.
• Oversee the County’s full public disclosure workflow, including intake, evaluation, search, redaction, exemption logging, and release of records.
• Ensure consistent interpretation and compliance with federal, state, and local public records laws, policies, and procedures; assess and monitor risk.
• Research and stay current on changes in state law and apply updates to processes and guidance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain procedures to meet statutory deadlines and track performance metrics.

Skills

Public records

Research

Legal interpretation

Education

Post-secondary education may substitute for up to four years of experience

Tools

None

Job description

Pierce County in Tacoma, WA seeks a Public Disclosure Analyst, Lead to serve as SME on public disclosure, handle complex records requests, conduct research, apply laws, and guide department Records Officers.

You will lead full disclosure workflow, coordinate with legal and communications, monitor deadlines, mentor staff, and stay current with state laws; a strong background in government records is essential.