FOIA Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Handle the full spectrum of straightforward, complex, and urgent FOIA requests in accordance with legal requirements, DOE regulations, and relevant guidelines.

• Evaluate and analyze a diverse set of incoming FOIA requests to ascertain the scope of the request, identify relevant legal issues, and assess the applicability of statutory exemptions, especially Exemption 4.

• Input, monitor, and finalize FOIA cases in FOIAXpress.

• Compose and dispatch acknowledgment, interim, and final action letters.

• Classify requester and fee categories.

• Identify and retrieve responsive records, ensuring accurate search certifications.

• Review and annotate responsive records; suggest suitable exemptions.

• Execute redactions and prepare sanitized records for dissemination.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts, supervisors, General Counsel, Public Affairs, etc., as required by the customer for evaluations and approvals.

• Log all actions and approvals, maintaining thorough case notes.

• Provide redacted, authorized records and correspondence to requesters upon customer request.

• Assist DOE personnel with FOIA litigation matters as necessary.

• Recognize opportunities for process improvements and work together on initiatives to reduce backlogs, enhancing timeliness and efficiency.

• Offer timely updates and proactive communication with requesters and stakeholders as needed by the customer.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience.

• In-depth knowledge and comprehension of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552), including all nine statutory exemptions.

• Proven understanding and experience in applying statutory exemptions, particularly FOIA Exemption 4, to records.

• Strong expertise in DOE FOIA procedures and the use of FOIAXpress (or equivalent systems) for collecting and managing FOIA requests.

• Capability to evaluate the responsiveness of records and apply exemptions accurately.

• Experience in drafting acknowledgment, interim, and final action correspondence.

• Proficient in reviewing, redacting, and preparing records for release.

• Excellent organizational abilities with a history of maintaining precise case notes.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills for engaging with requesters and stakeholders.

• Previous experience with DOE is mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Competitive salary and retirement options.