Senior FOIA Analyst

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ARETUM

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Description

• Aretum is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior FOIA Analyst to join our team. • You will play a critical part in overseeing and managing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) process. • Ensure compliance with legislation and providing expert guidance to both requestors and internal stakeholders. • As a Senior FOIA Analyst, you will leverage your expertise to streamline processes and enhance the quality of our responses to FOIA requests. • Lead the processing of complex FOIA requests, ensuring adherence to statutory timelines and legal requirements. • Conduct detailed reviews of FOIA requests to ascertain their scope and the appropriate exemptions. • Oversee the preparation and submission of FOIA responses, ensuring they meet all regulatory and quality standards. • Coordinate with various internal departments to gather and compile responsive records. • Advise staff and management on FOIA compliance, best practices, and policy updates. • Mentor and train junior staff on FOIA processes and guidelines. • Utilize advanced analytical methods to evaluate FOIA trends and report on performance metrics. • Maintain accurate documentation and records of all FOIA activities and decisions. • Engage with requestors, addressing inquiries and providing updates on request status.

Requirements

• Five years of prior FOIA experience • Ability to process FOIA requests from cradle-to-grave • Experience reviewing large record sets and applying redactions to responsive records in accordance with the FOIA, USDA’s FOIA regulations, and any applicable case law • Drafting correspondence; Managing FOIA admin files in accordance with office SOPs • Proficiency with USDA’s commonly used confidentiality statutes • Preparing FOIA appeal packages for legal sufficiency review. • Admission to a State Bar.

Benefits

• ARETUM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. • All qualified candidates will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, or age. • ARETUM utilizes e-Verify to check employment authorization. • EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled.