Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Specialist

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

📋 Description

• Oversee responses to information requests made under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

• Prepare responses for each request and submit them to the FOIA office.

• Analyze and assess requests for information in accordance with FOIA guidelines.

• Draft responses to both standard and complex information requests.

• Gather and compile statistical data for disclosure.

• Collaborate with both internal and external offices and programs to gather information for release.

• Collect relevant information from custodians.

• Utilize an electronic tracking system to monitor, manage, and complete FOIA tasks.

• Maintain comprehensive case files.

• Identify priorities and autonomously organize tasks to meet set deadlines.

• Develop internal procedures to ensure effective management of deadlines and progress tracking.

• Continuously enhance knowledge of supported government programs and their responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of pertinent experience.

• Direct experience with FOIA is advantageous.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

• Strong analytical and research competencies.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook and Excel.

• Experience working with immigrant or refugee communities and anti-trafficking initiatives is preferred.

• US Citizenship Required: No.

🏝️ Benefits

• A variety of medical plan options.

• Health Savings Accounts.

• Dental plan options.

• Vision plan.

• 401(k) plan with the option to contribute both pre-tax and post-tax dollars up to IRS annual limits, along with a company match.

• Full flexible work weeks where possible.

• Paid time off plans.

• Vacation, sick, and personal time.

• Paid holidays.

• Paid parental leave.

• Military leave.

• Bereavement leave.

• Jury duty leave.

• 15 days of paid leave per calendar year.

• 10 paid holidays annually.

• GDIT Paid Family Leave program providing up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees.

• Short and long-term disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

• Personal accident insurance.

• Critical illness insurance.

• Business travel and accident insurance.