FOIA Appeals Analyst

QualX • Alexandria, WA

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About The Position

This role involves analyzing unclassified and classified documents to determine appropriate actions and release procedures in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Privacy Act, E.O. 13526, and applicable CFR and DoD Manuals and Instructions. The analyst will interpret regulations, agency enforcement codes, and organizational policies regarding the release of agency documents upon receipt of an appellate request. A key responsibility is to ensure that released materials do not contain personal identifiers or reveal trade secrets and other information exempted under applicable statutes, by proposing necessary redactions for both internal components and final external release to the requestor. The position also supports the administrative processing of FOIA Appeal Requests, including composing official case correspondence, perfecting requests with requestors, negotiating additional response time, making recommendations on fees and fee waivers, and coordinating with internal OSD offices and Subject Matter Experts for document searches and initial reviews. A strong understanding of document markings and control procedures, as well as the ability to recognize lawfully protected marked and unmarked Nuclear and Intelligence Information, is essential.

Requirements

• DoD Top Secret clearance Required
• 1+ Years of FOIA/FOIA-like (MDR, FRUS) processing experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in information management related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe PDF
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, reading comprehension, and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, work in a team environment, and adjust to established work patterns and processes as required
• Possess exceptional leadership and communication skills (both oral and written)

Nice To Haves

• SCI Preferred

Responsibilities

• Analyze unclassified and classified documents to determine appropriate action and release procedures in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act (5 USC § 552), Privacy Act (5 USC § 552(a)), E.O. 13526, and applicable sections of the CFR and DoD Manuals and Instructions.
• Interpret regulations, agency enforcement codes, and organizational policies regarding release of agency documents upon receipt of an appellate request.
• Ensure released materials do not contain personal identifiers or directly or indirectly reveal trade secrets and other information exempted under the applicable statutes.
• Propose redactions for both internal components and final external release to the requestor.
• Support the administrative processing of FOIA Appeal Requests, including composition of official case correspondence, perfecting requests with requestors, negotiating additional response time, making recommendations on fees and fee waivers.
• Coordinate with internal OSD offices and Subject Matter Experts on conducting searches and initial reviews for responsive documents.
• Demonstrate understanding of document markings and control procedures.
• Recognize lawfully protected marked and unmarked Nuclear and Intelligence Information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level