University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health · 6 hours ago
FOIA Officer and Communications Specialist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is a leading urban public research university, and they are seeking a FOIA Officer and Communications Specialist to manage responses to Freedom of Information Act requests. This role involves coordinating document collection, collaborating on media and writing projects, and ensuring compliance with FOIA-related timelines.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Coordinate document collection and retrieval to comply promptly with assigned FOIA requests
Review and process responsive documents, mark redactions and prepare response letters and other notices to requestors
File and post FOIA records and communication according to office procedures
Ensure compliance with FOIA-related timelines and university confidentiality requirements as pertains to records
Assist with data collection and verification related to FOIA processing
Work closely with FOIA officers within the University of Illinois System to ensure best practices and alignment
Create, maintain and update project management tools to track, plan and execute a variety of initiatives, priorities and events. Communicate accordingly with teams working on projects and assist with specials projects, initiatives and events
Edit and proofread a variety of communications for format and style
Research articles for daily news summaries. Curate items along with reviewing, producing and distributing, by offering careful evaluation of news sources for applicability, timeliness and impact on institution
Create and maintain email and postal mail list for news summaries, media/news release and publications. Assist with massmail and processing, including formatting, submitting and releasing emails
Perform other duties as they emerge in an ever-evolving communications and marketing landscape
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, library science, social sciences, or a related field
Three years of professional business or office experience
Demonstrated experience with project and records management programs, systems, and processes
Demonstrated experience with FOIA or other governmental records-release processes
Demonstrated experience reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting documents in response to regulatory or information requests (e.g., FOIA or similar)
Proficiency with Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently while following established protocols and processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to gather information, conduct research, and present conclusions
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred
Experience working in legal, government, higher education, or communications settings
Demonstrated experience with FOIA or other governmental records-release processes
Familiarity with privacy regulations in higher education, research, or health-care settings
Experience supporting issues-management or crisis-communications efforts
Familiarity with NIMS (National Incident Management System)
Experience using data or metrics to assess progress toward goals
Experience collaborating with system-level or multi-campus entities
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
A Retirement Plan
Paid time Off
Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
Company
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health
As Illinois' only fully-accredited public health school, the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health strengthens health equity and social justice in neighborhoods in Chicago and communities around the world.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brad Foster
Chief Development Officer
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