FOIA Analyst

About our client: 

• Process the full range of simple, complex, and time-sensitive FOIA requests in compliance with statutory requirements, DOE regulations, and applicable guidelines.
  


• Review and analyze a wide array of incoming FOIA requests to determine the scope of the underlying request, identify applicable legal issues, and assess the applicability of statutory exemptions, particularly Exemption 4.
  


• Enter, track, and close FOIA cases in FOIAXpress.
  


• Draft and send acknowledgement, interim, and final action letters.
  


• Determine requester and fee categories.
  


• Locate and obtain responsive records, ensuring proper search certifications.
  


• Review and redline responsive records; recommending appropriate exemptions.
  


• Conduct redactions and prepare sanitized records for release.
  


• Coordinate with subject matter experts, supervisors, General Counsel, Public Affairs, etc. as required by the customer for reviews and approvals.
  


• Document all actions and approvals, maintaining comprehensive case notes.
  


• Deliver redacted, approved records and correspondence to requesters if requested by the customer.
  


• Support DOE staff on FOIA litigation matters as needed.
  


• Identify process enhancement opportunities and collaborate on backlog reduction initiatives to improve timeliness and efficiency.
  


• Provide timely updates and proactive communication with requesters and stakeholders as required by the customer.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  


• Minimum of five (5) years of experience.
  

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  

• Knowledge and understanding of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552), including all nine statutory exemptions. 
  


• Demonstrated understanding and experience applying statutory exemptions, particularly FOIA Exemption 4 to records. 
  


• Strong background in DOE FOIA processes and use of FOIAXpress (or equivalent systems) to collect and manage FOIA requests. 
  


• Ability to determine responsiveness of records and apply exemptions appropriately. 
  


• Experience drafting acknowledgement, interim, and final action correspondence. 
  


• Skilled in reviewing, redacting, and preparing records for release. 
  


• Strong organizational skills with experience maintaining accurate case notes. 
  


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with requesters and stakeholders. 
  


• Previous DOE experience is required. 
  


• Experience supporting FOIA litigation. 
  


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously and meet statutory deadlines. 
  


• Familiarity with federal records management practices. 
  

Benefits