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Goldschmitt and Associates

FOIA Analyst III

Goldschmitt and Associates, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Overview

At Goldschmitt and Associates LLC (G&A), we’re a catalyst for innovation and impact. Recognized multiple times on the Inc 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies, G&A is a leader in tech transformation and system modernization for government agencies. Our culture emphasizes creativity and collaboration. We offer flexible schedules, telework options, and an environment where your ideas matter. You’ll be solving real-world challenges on projects that make a difference in the lives of millions, and you’ll have opportunities to level up your career while making a real-world impact. If you’re ready to be part of a company that values purpose as much as progress, G&A is the place for you.

Summary

Goldschmitt and Associates is searching for a FOIA Analyst III to provide FOIA support for policy and program offices within a government agency. This position is a Hybrid role and requires commuting to the USDT office in Washington, DC twice per week. The anticipated annual salary is up to $115,000, dependent upon experience.

Responsibilities

Independently manage and process complex FOIA requests, conduct thorough record searches across agency systems, evaluate exemptions, and determine appropriate redactions to ensure FOIA compliance.

Apply legal expertise to interpret FOIA exemptions (including those related to national security, personal privacy, and commercial information) and make informed decisions on disclosure and redaction.

Provide guidance and training to junior FOIA analysts on complex FOIA issues, case management, and redaction techniques.

Communicate with requesters, agency staff, legal counsel, and other stakeholders to address FOIA inquiries, negotiate deadlines, and resolve complex issues.

Support required duties to respond to records requests pursuant to FOIA.

Review, organize, and analyze documents for production in response to FOIA requests, including determining responsiveness, identifying confidential business information, intra-agency, pre-decisional and deliberative information or attorney work product, and personal identifying information.

Promote transparency by disclosing non-exempt information to requestors and making proactive disclosures readily accessible via the government online reading room.

Appropriately apply Exemptions 1-7 when responding to FOIA requests.

Utilize FOIAXpress to manage and process FOIA requests.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

Strong research and analytical skills.

Excellent written and verbal communications skills to interact with individuals at all organizational levels.

Ability to handle multiple tasks within specified deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

At least 5 years of experience working in the FOIA field, providing cradle-to-grave support to or working directly for a Government Agency.

Working understanding of Exemptions 1-7.

Prior experience utilizing FOIAXpress to manage and process FOIA requests.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

Note: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and responsibilities may change as deemed necessary by the Company.

Benefits

401(k) with immediate vesting

Paid Federal Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Insurance, including Vision and Dental

Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

FSA/HSA Programs

Commuter Benefits Program

Adoption Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Caregiver Support Program

Health Advocacy Program

Financial Wellbeing Support

Goldschmitt and Associates is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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