Job Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented FOIA / Procurement Analyst to support Congressional inquiries and process Privacy Act (PA) / Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. This role is vital to our acquisition activities, data management, and process improvement initiatives. You'll work closely with government stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
Responsibilities - Review incoming requests and identify responsive documentation
- Coordinate timely responses to acquisition-related information requests from Congress, the public, and other stakeholders
- Propose redactions in accordance with statutes, regulations, and laws
- Prepare responses to appeals, fee waivers, and lawsuits
- Archive and determine dispositions through established procedures
- Ensure protection of personally identifiable information (PII)
- Alert government personnel to requests requiring special attention or coordination
- Handle sensitive records in compliance with laws and agency policies
- Assist in explaining FOIA exemptions to stakeholders by preparing draft materials and background information (no independent interpretation or legal advice)
- Maintain awareness of milestones and propose updates to FOIA guidance and procedures
- Independently research, review records, and complete information packages for management review
- Review records to propose exempt or non-exempt status
- Recommend changes to program policies/procedures to eliminate problem areas
- Track and manage all FOIA requests in the provided database
- Coordinate file management with data management and contracting teams
- Design and develop reports recapping requests from government stakeholders
- Participate in product-level Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) as appropriate
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university (preferred in business, information management, contracting, or law); six years of data management experience may substitute for a degree
- At least four years of documented experience as a Procurement Analyst or FOIA Specialist supporting Federal Government agencies
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
- Operational security (OPSEC) awareness and reporting
- Ability to interpret and apply procurement and transparency regulations (FAR, FOIA, Privacy Act)
- Strong analytical and qualitative skills for resolving FOIA issues
- Experience reviewing contract files and developing FOIA documentation
- Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- Experience with spreadsheets and documents in Microsoft Office formats
- Ability to analyze information and draw well-supported conclusions
- Experience managing procurement sensitive or law enforcement sensitive information (preferred)
- Experience with government contract-writing software (e.g., PRISM) is preferred
Work Environment - Washington, DC 20024) or approved remote locations
- Remote work may be authorized based on Government needs
- No reimbursement for local travel within a 51-mile radius
Benefits: PTO, Medical/Dental/Vision plan, Life and AD&D insurance, 401K Plan
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law.
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