FOIA Manager

Prince William County Government•Prince William County, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Prince William County Police Department is seeking a qualified, energetic individual to fill a position as our first Senior Business Services Analyst (FOIA Manager). This full-time position is within a fast-paced, high-energy office within an organization promoting public safety in the community. The successful candidate will work within the Office of the Chief of Police, under the direction of and reporting to the Chief of Staff, to oversee and manage the team responsible for responding to all Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, subpoenas, and other records requests. The candidate will possess the ability to review and compile a large volume of information and documents and will be comfortable interacting with internal and external customers and stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner. The candidate will handle numerous requests and ensure timely, comprehensive responses that comply with all laws, regulations, and policies. The candidate will be comfortable working with highly sensitive law enforcement materials and will be expected to maintain the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the information. Like all members of the Police Department, this role is considered an emergency response employee and is subject to emergency call back and/or on-call status and may be required to work alternative schedules to accommodate and meet deadlines.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
5 years of related field experience in Federal and/or Virginia FOIA, records request fulfillment, and/or discovery or similar records and document management.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of prior experience in a senior, lead, or supervisory role.
Experience conducting FOIA operations, preferably in a police or public safety environment.
Experience with reviewing and developing policies and procedures in a public safety environment to enhance agency efficiency and performance to meet community needs.
Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing FOIA, records requests, and document management, as well as knowledge of law enforcement and investigative operations.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the team responsible for responding to all Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, subpoenas, and other records requests.
Review and compile a large volume of information and documents.
Interact with internal and external customers and stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner.
Handle numerous requests and ensure timely, comprehensive responses that comply with all laws, regulations, and policies.
Maintain the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of law enforcement materials.