ARETUM · 5 hours ago

FOIA Analyst

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Analyze FOIA requests to determine their completeness and verify necessary information

Conduct searches for responsive records and document the findings in accordance with standard operating procedures

Collaborate with multiple departments to gather information and compile comprehensive responses

Prepare and draft written correspondence to requestors, ensuring clarity and adherence to legal guidelines

Apply appropriate exemptions and redactions to responsive documents as necessary

Maintain detailed records and track the status of each FOIA request throughout the processing cycle

Stay current on FOIA policies, procedures, and best practices to advise staff and improve processes

Qualification

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FOIA experienceRedaction skillsLegal writingUSDA confidentiality statutesState bar admissionFOIA appeal packagesFOIA request processing

Required

Two years of prior FOIA experience

Ability to process FOIA requests from cradle-to-grave

Experience reviewing large record sets and applying redactions to responsive records in accordance with the FOIA, USDA's FOIA regulations, and any applicable case law

Drafting correspondence; Managing FOIA admin files in accordance with office SOP

Proficiency with USDA's commonly used confidentiality statutes

Preparing FOIA appeal packages for legal sufficiency review

Admission to a state bar