FOIA Analyst 4

The Tatitlek Corporation•Arlington, VA

1d•$61•Onsite

About The Position

The Analyst will coordinate all government information access requests, ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. This position requires competent judgment in handling classified and sensitive records, strong knowledge and understanding of FOIA and Privacy Act exemptions and demonstrated ability to handle high volume and complex requests. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Process, track and respond to government information requests from “cradle to grave”, including complex litigation, amendments and appeals, ensuring thorough review and compliance with legal and policy requirements. Assess requests, collaborate and negotiate with subject matter experts to prepare relevant and error free document productions. Conduct research on topical matters to identify sensitive matters in connection with document production sets. Draft and manage correspondence in response to government information requests. Draft and update standard operation procedures and training guides. Represent bureau interests in Department and Interagency working groups and support collaborative projects. Proofread peer reviewed deliverable to ensure accuracy and compliance with expectations. Ensure information is properly cleared for public release and is compliant with applicable laws. Prepare reports, summaries, and perform metrics for leadership. Perform other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND LICENSURE: Must be a US citizen, and possess at a minimum, a Secret security clearance, with eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance . Possess Bachelor’s degree preferred and 10 years of related experience. One year of relevant experience and/or relevant coursework in addition to the experience requirements may be substituted for the undergraduate degree. Professional certifications such as CIPP-US are appropriate for some positions and can also substitute for a year of experience when applicable. Experience responding to FOIA/PA/MDR requests, including handling classified and sensitive information. Proficient in compliance with public access laws such as FOIA, PA, MDR, Touhy and/or general litigation discovery. Knowledge of FOIA exemptions and other statutory exemption frameworks. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and negotiate with stakeholders for equity reviews and policy alignment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. In addition, a satisfactory background screening, negative drug test, positive references and proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required. As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected Veteran’s status or employment.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen, and possess at a minimum, a Secret security clearance, with eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance .
Possess Bachelor’s degree preferred and 10 years of related experience.
One year of relevant experience and/or relevant coursework in addition to the experience requirements may be substituted for the undergraduate degree.
Professional certifications such as CIPP-US are appropriate for some positions and can also substitute for a year of experience when applicable.
Experience responding to FOIA/PA/MDR requests, including handling classified and sensitive information.
Proficient in compliance with public access laws such as FOIA, PA, MDR, Touhy and/or general litigation discovery.
Knowledge of FOIA exemptions and other statutory exemption frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and negotiate with stakeholders for equity reviews and policy alignment.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
In addition, a satisfactory background screening, negative drug test, positive references and proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required.

Responsibilities

Process, track and respond to government information requests from “cradle to grave”, including complex litigation, amendments and appeals, ensuring thorough review and compliance with legal and policy requirements.
Assess requests, collaborate and negotiate with subject matter experts to prepare relevant and error free document productions.
Conduct research on topical matters to identify sensitive matters in connection with document production sets.
Draft and manage correspondence in response to government information requests.
Draft and update standard operation procedures and training guides.
Represent bureau interests in Department and Interagency working groups and support collaborative projects.
Proofread peer reviewed deliverable to ensure accuracy and compliance with expectations.
Ensure information is properly cleared for public release and is compliant with applicable laws.
Prepare reports, summaries, and perform metrics for leadership.
Perform other related duties as assigned.