FOIA Analyst

Koniag Government Services, LLC•Savannah, GA

22h•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

PacArctic, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is looking for experienced FOIA Analyst to support PAC and our customer in Savannah, GA. This is a 100% onsite position. The role supports the customer’s mission to maintain transparency in government by providing administrative support for incoming Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOI/PA) requests. The work involves providing citizens with easier access to government information while also safeguarding information that may cause harm if released.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a CI polygraph during the hiring process.
Bachelor’s Degree or 3 years of specialized work experience including providing products and services similar to those outlined in this position description or Military experience of an analytical nature.
Must be able to obtain and maintain US government issued security clearance.
Must successfully complete a computer-based assessment on typing skills with a score of 90% accuracy and 11 WPM.
Proficient computer skills, including the ability to navigate Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Internet Browsers, and SharePoint, and capable of using complex records systems and computer applications.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others.
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary.
Ability to perform routine analytical, administrative, research, and recordkeeping tasks.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal communications.
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction.
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals.
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements.
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times.

Nice To Haves

FOIA Analysts will attend an on-site, paid, six-week training course which will equip you with the skills needed to be successful in this role.
At the end of the training course you must pass an assessment test.
After the initial training course has concluded, you will have 90 days of on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

Analyze FOIPA administrative case notes, searches, and requester correspondence.
Support the processing of FOIPA litigations.
Preview imported records for responsiveness and context.
Search and check systems for prior releases and duplicate requests.
Identify and apply appropriate processing approaches per SOPs and policies.
Create and maintain clear and concise case notes in systems.
Identify and appropriately handle Other Government Agency (OGA) information.
Perform line-by-line reviews of records and properly apply the applicable FOIPA exemption(s) (redactions).
Consult with subject matter experts (SME) from various agency-specific components and OGAs.
Coordinate high visibility releases with appropriate agency-specific components and OGAs.
Respond to FOIPA administrative appeals and litigation requirements.
Conduct appropriate research for background and context while processing FOIPA cases.
Maintain performance to ensure the delivery of timely, high-quality work, consistent with customer specifications, while handling multiple projects simultaneously.
Work independently as part of an integrated team and display high self-motivation and integrity.
Maintain an exceptional level of organization and time management skills.