Freedom of Information Act FOIA Specialist
$70,000–$70,000 year
On-siteArlington, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Manage FOIA requests end-to-end, including intake, routing, review, redaction using FOIA Xpress, and response drafting. Independently analyze requests to determine release eligibility, apply appropriate exemption codes, and address fee waivers or reductions. Coordinate with other federal agencies for referrals and provide customer support regarding submission guidance and status inquiries. Track statutory and local suspenses, prepare open case and ad hoc reports, and handle administrative tasks such as document management, filing, and mailroom coordination. Maintain Top Secret clearance and support backlog reduction efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Top Secret clearance
- High school diploma (or equivalent)
- At least 1 year of FOIA-related experience (or similar)
- Hands-on experience reviewing records, redacting documents, and drafting FOIA response letters
- Working knowledge of FOIA requirements and exemptions; strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; proven reliability and professionalism
- Experience handling sensitive/confidential information in accordance with security protocols
Desired Qualifications
- DoD/Air Force FOIA experience; familiarity with eFOIA tracking and backlog reporting
- FOIA Xpress experience
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