FOIA Analyst

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a FOIA Analyst in Anchorage, AK.

Responsibilities:
* FOIA Analyst will implement statutory and policy directives in favor of disclosure while protecting, under one or more of the nine FOIA exemptions and/or Privacy Act exemptions, information the release of which could cause foreseeable harm to national security or other interests or violate statutory requirements
* Effectively communicate with Department personnel, external points of contact, and the public at large regarding clarification of requests that will facilitate the production and processing of responsive material
* Generate correspondence directed to requesters, internal points of contact, other federal government agencies, and foreign governments
* Apply expertise in foreign policy and national security issues, as well as knowledge of the functioning and organization of the Department of State and its overseas posts and missions in the application of the FOIA, Privacy Act, current Executive Orders, and other information programs
* Diligently and accurately review and process cases in a timely fashion, recognizing the great volume of complex and sensitive records subject to review. On average, review approximately 1,000 pages per month
* As a FOIA Analyst, you will respond to high priority, time sensitive requests from other government agencies
* Collaborate with other staff numbers, including division chiefs, branch chiefs, team leaders, analysts and Department contacts to help ensure that the overall effort promotes the best interests of IPS and the Department

REQUIREMENTS:
* Must have 4 years of direct FOIA experience (Has to be a SME)
* Must have led a team of FOIA Analyst in the past
* Demonstrated experience in the areas of foreign policy, diplomacy, foreign aid, or national security highly preferred
* Demonstrated knowledge of E.O. 13526, the FOIA, the Privacy Act, and other information access programs
* Experience working on FOIA appeals and/or FOIA litigation cases highly desirable including work on declarations, Vaughn indices, and preparing documents for FOIA litigation filings
* Key qualities for this position include strong analytical skills; Knowledge of all 9 FOIA exemptions, with prior withholding experience under Exemptions 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7; And the ability and willingness to pay outstanding attention to detail
* Previous experience assisting with agency FOIA reporting and other metrics are a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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