Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Specialist

General Dynamics Information Technology•Washington, DC

1d•$70,658 - $81,256•Remote

About The Position

As a FOIA Support Specialist for a government agency in Washington, DC, the candidate will coordinate responses to requests for information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The identified candidate will compile responses to each request and submit to the FOIA office who reviews for exemptions and determines the final response to the requestor.

Requirements

3 + years of related experience
Microsoft Office
Organizing
Written Communication
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and research skills
Excellent organization skills
Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook and Excel
This position requires a Public Trust or the ability to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

Direct FOIA experience a plus
Experience working with immigrant or refugee populations and anti-trafficking programs preferred

Responsibilities

Examining and evaluating requests for information under FOIA to determine the custodian of records/information requested
Drafting appropriate replies to routine and complex requests for information
Compiling statistical data for release
Coordinating with internal and external offices and programs to collect information for release independently
Compiling responsive information from custodians to prepare for submission to the FOIA office
Using an electronic tracking system to track, manage, and complete FOIA assignments and maintain case files
Recognizing priorities and independently organizing work to meet established deadlines
Establishing internal procedures to ensure adequate control of deadlines and progress reports
Maintaining and developing knowledge of the supported government program, its divisions, staff, and responsibilities

Benefits

variety of medical plan options
Health Savings Accounts
dental plan options
a vision plan
a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
full flex work weeks where possible
a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness
an additional 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees
short and long-term disability benefits
life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance