Remote Public Records & Compliance Specialist

Arizona State Government; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Secretary of State is seeking a Public Records Coordinator to manage, process, and fulfill requests for public information within the PRR Program. You will ensure legal compliance with freedom of information and public records statutes, coordinate document retrieval across departments, and redact sensitive information before release.

This role serves as the primary contact for public information requests, ensuring timely, accurate, and legally compliant disclosure while safeguarding

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education/training in public administration, legal studies, business administration, library science, records management, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of FOIA, public records laws, and retention schedules.
• Proven experience handling sensitive information with compliance and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, track, and coordinate responses to public records requests from citizens, media, attorneys, and government entities.
• Coordinate with internal departments, IT, or legal to locate and gather responsive records.
• Evaluate documents for disclosure eligibility, applying exemptions and redacting confidential information.

Skills

Public records coordination

Legal compliance

Customer service

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Public speaking

Data organization

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Remote work adaptability

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent (Public Admin/Legal/Records)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Arizona Secretary of State is seeking a Public Records Coordinator to manage, process, and fulfill requests for public information within the PRR Program. You will ensure legal compliance with freedom of information and public records statutes, coordinate document retrieval across departments, and redact sensitive information before release.

This role serves as the primary contact for public information requests, ensuring timely, accurate, and legally compliant disclosure while safeguarding