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USAJOBS · 1 day ago

FOIA Assistant (OA)

Location Negotiable After Selection, USA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$51K/yr - $66K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is part of the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on immigration records and identity services. As a FOIA Assistant (OA), you will manage incoming requests for information under the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, including preparing correspondence and organizing data.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, within National Records Center and are assigned based on the need of the agency

Receiving, assigning, and monitoring the status of incoming FOIA/PA requests using automated information systems

Performing an in-depth review and analysis of incoming requests to determine required action

Prepare correspondence, notices, internal memoranda, and/or other documentation as required

Produce spreadsheets, procedures, memoranda, and presentations using office automation software as requested by management

Identify and follow administrative procedures for receipt, control, and adequate response to FOIA/PA immigration requests within statutory time limits

Perform research, analysis, and evaluate using a variety of systems to locate records and determine if requests comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements

Qualification

FOIA knowledgeData analysisAutomated systemsStatistical compilationGuideline interpretationCustomer serviceAttention to detailTeamworkIntegrityDecision making

Required

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position

Successfully pass a Background Investigation including financial disclosure

You must pass a drug screening

You must submit resume and supporting documentation

Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service

Current Federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the lower grade or equivalent grade band in the Federal service

You qualify at the GS-07 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position

Compiling statistical information from automated resources to be used in the evaluation of data quality

Resolving intermediate to complex problems regarding requests

Researching and interpreting guidelines for use in reports and cases