Supervisory Government Information Specialist

National Institutes of Health; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks a Supervisory Government Information Specialist to lead the FOIA and Privacy Act program within the Office of Communications and Public Liaison. This role requires strong leadership, policy development, and coordination across NIH components to ensure timely and accurate responses to requests.

You will provide expert guidance to senior NIH leaders, supervise FOIA staff, oversee complex requests, and issue determinations on denials, expedited

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance to senior NIH leadership and staff on FOIA matters, including sensitive and complex requests
• Develop FOIA policy, program direction, procedures, and written technical guidance for NIH FOIA coordinators and staff
• Oversee and direct the processing of highly complex or controversial FOIA requests, including matters involving pending litigation or investigations
• Make disclosure determinations and issue decisions regarding FOIA denials, expedited processing requests, and fee waivers
• Provide technical and administrative supervision to Freedom of Information Office staff, including assigning work, evaluating performance, and addressing work and personnel matters

Job description

Job Posting : Supervisory Government Information Specialist

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented leader with expertise in Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) policies? The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of the Director (OD), Office of Communications and Public Liaison (OCPL) is seeking a Supervisory Government Information Specialist with strong leadership and program management experience to oversee the important work of processing and responding to FOIA and Privacy Act requests.

Duties

• Provide expert advice and guidance to senior NIH leadership and staff on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) matters, including sensitive and complex requests
• Develop FOIA policy, program direction, procedures, and written technical guidance for NIH FOIA coordinators and staff.
• Oversee and direct the processing of highly complex or controversial FOIA requests, including matters involving pending litigation or investigations.
• Make disclosure determinations and issue decisions regarding FOIA denials, expedited processing requests, and fee waivers.
• Provide technical and administrative supervision to Freedom of Information Office staff, including assigning work, evaluating performance, and addressing work and personnel matters.

Who Can Apply

Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

Individuals who have served at least 2 years with the Peace Corps or 1 year with AmeriCorps VISTA.

Family of overseas employees

Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is, or was, working overseas.

Military spouses

Military spouses relocating under PCS orders, or whose spouse is 100% disabled or died while on active duty.

Land & base management

Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

Individuals with disabilities

Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

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