Savan · 1 month ago
FOIA Analyst
Vienna, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expSavan is seeking an FOIA Analyst to support in processing and managing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act requests. The FOIA Analyst will assist in the receipt, review, analysis, redaction, and response to FOIA requests in compliance with FEMA regulations and federal FOIA statutes.
ConsultingInformation Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Process and respond to FOIA and Privacy Act requests in accordance with the FOIA statute (5 U.S.C. 552), and the Privacy Act
Review responsive records and apply appropriate FOIA exemptions and Privacy Act provisions to redact sensitive information
Draft acknowledgment letters, interim responses, and final determination letters using agency-specific FOIA tracking systems such as Relativity
Track, monitor, and update the status of FOIA cases in the case management system, ensuring accurate workload tracking and timely closures
Support backlog reduction efforts by prioritizing requests and coordinating with program offices to gather responsive records
Conduct quality control reviews of records and correspondence to ensure compliance with applicable laws and agency policies
Assist in the preparation of reports for senior leadership, including FOIA Annual Report data and ad hoc reports as required
Remain current on evolving FOIA and Privacy Act guidance, regulations, and trends, applying best practices to all casework
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience supporting a federal agency's FOIA program
Strong knowledge of the FOIA statute, FOIA exemptions, and the Privacy Act
Experience using FOIA processing tools, including Relativity or comparable systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Ability to manage multiple FOIA requests simultaneously while meeting statutory deadlines
Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting professional correspondence
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with government clients and stakeholders
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred
Experience supporting FOIA operations at FEMA
Experience with backlog reduction initiatives or FOIA process improvement efforts
Familiarity with FEMA FOIA regulations and internal policies
Completion of FOIA-related training or certifications (e.g., Policy FOIA Training, NARA FOIA Certification)
Company
Savan
Savan helps the Federal Government solve its most critical challenges by making data and information work for people.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Veeral Majmudar
President & CEO
Dan Albarran
Chief Strategy Officer
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