Goldschmitt and Associates (G&A)
FOIA Analyst III
Goldschmitt and Associates (G&A), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Goldschmitt and Associates LLC (G&A) is looking for a FOIA Analyst III to provide FOIA support for policy and program offices within a federal agency. This hybrid role requires commuting to the USDT office in Washington, DC, twice per week. The anticipated annual salary is up to $115,000, depending on experience.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Independently manage and process complex FOIA requests, conduct thorough record searches across various agency systems, evaluate exemptions, and determine appropriate redactions to ensure compliance with FOIA laws and agency policies.
Apply legal expertise to interpret FOIA exemptions, including those related to national security, personal privacy, and commercial information, and make informed disclosure and redaction decisions.
Provide guidance and training to junior FOIA analysts on complex issues, case management, and redaction techniques.
Communicate effectively with requesters, agency staff, legal counsel, and stakeholders to address FOIA inquiries, negotiate deadlines, and resolve complex issues.
Respond to requests for records pursuant to FOIA and support related duties.
Review, organize, and analyze documents for production, identifying confidential business information, intra‑agency, pre‑decisional, deliberative information, attorney work product, and personal identifying information.
Promote transparency by disclosing non‑exempt information directly to requesters and making proactive disclosures available through the agency's online reading room.
Apply Exemptions 1‑7 appropriately 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 communication 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.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
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 Well‑being 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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Job Duties and Responsibilities
Independently manage and process complex FOIA requests, conduct thorough record searches across various agency systems, evaluate exemptions, and determine appropriate redactions to ensure compliance with FOIA laws and agency policies.
Apply legal expertise to interpret FOIA exemptions, including those related to national security, personal privacy, and commercial information, and make informed disclosure and redaction decisions.
Provide guidance and training to junior FOIA analysts on complex issues, case management, and redaction techniques.
Communicate effectively with requesters, agency staff, legal counsel, and stakeholders to address FOIA inquiries, negotiate deadlines, and resolve complex issues.
Respond to requests for records pursuant to FOIA and support related duties.
Review, organize, and analyze documents for production, identifying confidential business information, intra‑agency, pre‑decisional, deliberative information, attorney work product, and personal identifying information.
Promote transparency by disclosing non‑exempt information directly to requesters and making proactive disclosures available through the agency's online reading room.
Apply Exemptions 1‑7 appropriately 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 communication 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.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
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 Well‑being 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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