Senior FOIA Analyst/Project Manager - Contingent

ARETUM; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior FOIA Analyst/Project Manager, where you will lead efforts in managing Freedom of Information Act requests for government clients. This role requires extensive experience in FOIA processing and project management to ensure compliance and timely responses. Collaborating with legal and operational teams, you will enhance transparency in government processes while providing strategic guidance to improve FOIA operations. If you are passionate about making a difference in public service and possess strong leadership skills, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience overseeing project teams.
• Experience interpreting and applying FOIA and related laws.
• PMP certification or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Manage FOIA request process ensuring compliance and timely responses.
• Oversee team performance and provide training to junior analysts.
• Develop and maintain FOIA policies and procedures.

Skills

Project Management

FOIA Processing

Compliance

Team Leadership

Document Review

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

eDiscovery Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

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Aretum is seeking a Senior FOIA Analyst/Project Manager to lead our efforts in managing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for government clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in FOIA processing and project management, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness in delivering responses. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire FOIA project lifecycle, from receiving requests to compiling information and preparing final responses for the agency.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with various teams, including legal, compliance, and operational departments, to facilitate effective FOIA processing. As a Senior FOIA Analyst/Project Manager, you will provide strategic guidance and support to improve FOIA operations and enhance transparency in government processes.

Note: This role is contingent on award.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage the FOIA request process, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and providing timely responses to requests.
2. Oversee team performance and provide training and mentorship to junior analysts on FOIA processes and best practices.
3. Conduct thorough reviews of documents to determine responsiveness and appropriateness for release under FOIA guidelines.
4. Develop and maintain FOIA policies and procedures, as well as track and report on FOIA activities and statistics.
5. Work closely with legal counsel to determine proper responses to FOIA requests and any potential exemptions that may apply.
6. Collaborate with various departments to gather and analyze information related to FOIA requests.

Requirements:

• Five (5) years of project management experience, including responsibility for overseeing a project team and facilitating coordination and assignment of resources. Previous experience with management of day-to-day contract performance and personnel.
• Five (5) years of experience interpreting and applying the FOIA, Privacy Act (PA) 1974, and related laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Two (2) years of experience processing FOIA requests using automation such as eDiscovery tools.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer/Data Science, History, Information/Data/Knowledge Management, International Affairs/Relations, Law, Library/Information Science, Management Information Systems, Paralegal Studies, Philosophy, or Public Administration.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software (Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Working knowledge and experience with FOIA and Privacy Act of 1974.

Benefits:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

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