Senior Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Analyst

$70,000 - $80,000/Yr

Savvee Consulting - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Analyst at Savvee Consulting is responsible for managing and processing FOIA requests, appeals, and litigation backlogs for a federal client. This role requires a deep understanding of FOIA regulations and a commitment to quality and customer support. The analyst will work remotely and focus on reducing backlog cases while ensuring compliance with legal and departmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Address FOIA requests, appeals, and litigation backlogs, as well as other disclosure products as assigned.
• Reduce the number of backlog cases of varying volume and complexity by focusing on the oldest requests and appeals.
• Support the intake of FOIA requests in accordance with HHS FOIA regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Process FOIA litigation productions in accordance with the law and US Department of Justice guidelines, ensuring court deadlines for interim release are met.
• Provide services to support department level activities related to policy, implementation, and compliance with the FOIA Privacy Act of 1974 and HHS regulations.
• Uphold FOIA training objectives across the assigned department.
• Manage and maintain the FOIA website, including FOIA reading room postings and evaluating content.
• Provide FOIA management tools on behalf of the government.
• Support research and development required to implement innovative technology to improve production rates and reduce processing times for FOIA requests, appeals, and litigation.
• Understand organizational policies and procedures for accuracy of solutions and deliverables to the client.
• Demonstrate a commitment to quality and customer support.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Ten or more years of professional experience
• Five years of FOIA related experience
• Previous experience utilizing FOIA Xpress
• Proficient with Microsoft Office's suite of products
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous Matching 401K Plan with 100% vesting after the 1st paycheck
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, & Sick Leave
• Training and Education Assistance
• Commuter Benefits
• Rewards & Incentive Programs
• Opportunities to Support Local Charities