FOIA Analyst (Government Services)

TL;DR

FOIA Analyst (Government Services): Processing and analyzing Freedom of Information Act requests for a federal agency with an accent on redaction, compliance, and regulatory application. Focus on ensuring released materials adhere to exemptions and coordinating responsive document searches.

Location: Must be based in the US (Philadelphia, PA, Boston, MA, or Remote)

Salary: $75,000 - $125,000 a year

Company

hirify.global solves complex government problems by combining cutting-edge technology with highly skilled personnel to deliver customized solutions for federal agencies.

What you will do

• Review and analyze new and backlogged Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
• Manage request intake, prepare folders, and maintain data in the FOIA tracking database.
• Draft response letters and official FOIA correspondence.
• Negotiate with requesters and serve as a liaison between agency components and other agencies.
• Coordinate searches for responsive documents and identify duplicate records.
• Review program records and perform redactions to ensure exempted information is not released.

Requirements

• 6 years of experience processing FOIA requests.
• Deep knowledge of FOIA rules and regulations, specifically exemptions b(4), b(5), and b(6).
• Experience redacting records containing trade secrets and confidential commercial information.
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance.
• English: Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking required.
• Ability to work independently with excellent communication skills.

Nice to have

• Prior experience working within the federal government.
• Experience using FOIA tools such as FOIA EXPRESS or SecureRelease.
• Possession of an active security clearance.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan and Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter).
• Paid Time Off and observance of State/Federal Holidays.
• Professional growth environment with various learning opportunities.
• Supportive team culture focused on honesty and professionalism.