FOIA Analyst

Demonstrated experience and knowledge of FOIA rules and regulations. Experience applying exemptions b(4), b(5), and b(6). Experience redacting records with trade secrets and confidential information. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Ability to work independently.

Receive, review, and analyze new and backlogged FOIA requests. Intake incoming requests and prepare FOIA request folders. Enter request data in the FOIA tracking database. Draft response letters and other FOIA correspondence. Communicate and initiate negotiations with requesters, FOIA staff, sponsors, and contractors. Serve as a liaison with requesters and occasionally with other agencies. Coordinate searches for responsive documents and identify duplicate records. Review program records for responsiveness and determine release. Ensure released materials do not contain exempted information.