Government Information Specialist (FOIA)

ZemiTek LLC•Washington, DC

21h•$132,368 - $167,538•Remote

About The Position

The Contractor will support USAID's FOIA program by processing and analyzing complex FOIA requests, ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. This role involves research, application of FOIA exemptions, preparation of materials for release, and liaison with requesters and internal stakeholders. The Contractor will be responsible for accurate case tracking, reporting, and maintaining the integrity of FOIA records. The objective is to efficiently manage the lifecycle of FOIA requests, from intake through closure, ensuring compliance with timelines, exemption standards, and quality requirements, and to provide guidance to internal stakeholders on FOIA procedures and requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain a Facility Access Clearance

Nice To Haves

Previous USAID experience (Note: As of May 12th, 2026, and moving forward, this contract must preclude anyone with previous USAID experience from recruitment.)

Responsibilities

Process and track FOIA requests, research applicable exemptions, coordinate with program offices, and maintain accurate records in FOIAXpress. Deliverables: Fully processed FOIA cases, compliance summaries.
Draft detailed reports or response letters, prepare briefing materials for leadership, and participate in program and interagency meetings. Deliverables: Reports, presentations, briefing packages.
Use FOIAXpress to track and manage case data, generate status reports, and maintain data integrity. Deliverables: System updates, automated case reports.
Research case precedents, apply statutory exemptions appropriately, and support legal reviews for sensitive or complex cases. Deliverables: Legal research summaries, exemption justifications.