FOIA Analyst

Summary

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a FOIA Analyst to support KPS and our government customer in Charleston, SC. This position requires the candidate to have an active Secret clearanceBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.The FOIA Analysts will support government Freedom of Information Act operations. As key personnel identified by the government, FOIA Analysts ensure transparent and compliant handling of FOIA requests. This position operates Monday through Friday during normal business hours, except on Federal holidays or when government facilities are closed for administrative reasons.The FOIA Analyst will perform comprehensive support for FOIA operations, working with FOIA Officers, POCs, and SMEs. Core responsibilities include:Request Management:Monitor systems, mail, faxes, and email accounts for new requests and referralsAnalyze incoming requests for compliance and procedural requirementsDraft acknowledgment letters with appropriate fee categories and determinationsCoordinate with components for document review and case managementAssign and track requests through the appropriate channelsDocument Processing:Identify offices and personnel with potentially responsive recordsTask and monitor search responses to ensure completenessProvide guidance on proper search techniquesDetermine appropriate search methodologiesConvert and prepare documents for reviewRecords Review and Response:Identify information exempt from release under applicable lawsApply appropriate redactions with proper exemption annotationsReview release recommendations and reconcile differencesPrepare correspondence for approval by authorized officialsCoordinate with subject matter experts and legal counsel as neededPrepare final response packages for signatureAdministrative Functions:Maintain electronic case files with comprehensive documentationUpdate case management systems for data accuracyManage correspondence and communicationsPrepare Vaughn indices for withheld documentsGenerate required reports and statisticsEnsure Section 508 compliance for public materialsEducation and Experience:Associate's degree or equivalent experienceThree or more years of experience in analytical and administrative support servicesRequired Skills and Competencies:High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Adobe AcrobatExperience with electronic FOIA processing tools, preferably FOIAXpressExcellent oral and written communication skillsKnowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirementsProven technical knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552)Ability to analyze documents and identify exempt informationExperience with redaction processes and exemption applicationStrong attention to detail in data management and reportingDesired Skills and Competencies:Previous experience in government FOIA officesKnowledge of federal FOIA policies and proceduresExperience with FOIA case management systemsBackground in legal research related to FOIA casesFamiliarity with federal recordkeeping requirementsOur Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a FOIA Analyst to support KPS and our government customer in Charleston, SC. This position requires the candidate to have an active Secret clearanceBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.The FOIA Analysts will support government Freedom of Information Act operations. As key personnel identified by the government, FOIA Analysts ensure transparent and compliant handling of FOIA requests. This position operates Monday through Friday during normal business hours, except on Federal holidays or when government facilities are closed for administrative reasons.The FOIA Analyst will perform comprehensive support for FOIA operations, working with FOIA Officers, POCs, and SMEs. Core responsibilities include:Request Management:Monitor systems, mail, faxes, and email accounts for new requests and referralsAnalyze incoming requests for compliance and procedural requirementsDraft acknowledgment letters with appropriate fee categories and determinationsCoordinate with components for document review and case managementAssign and track requests through the appropriate channelsDocument Processing:Identify offices and personnel with potentially responsive recordsTask and monitor search responses to ensure completenessProvide guidance on proper search techniquesDetermine appropriate search methodologiesConvert and prepare documents for reviewRecords Review and Response:Identify information exempt from release under applicable lawsApply appropriate redactions with proper exemption annotationsReview release recommendations and reconcile differencesPrepare correspondence for approval by authorized officialsCoordinate with subject matter experts and legal counsel as neededPrepare final response packages for signatureAdministrative Functions:Maintain electronic case files with comprehensive documentationUpdate case management systems for data accuracyManage correspondence and communicationsPrepare Vaughn indices for withheld documentsGenerate required reports and statisticsEnsure Section 508 compliance for public materialsEducation and Experience:Associate's degree or equivalent experienceThree or more years of experience in analytical and administrative support servicesRequired Skills and Competencies:High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Adobe AcrobatExperience with electronic FOIA processing tools, preferably FOIAXpressExcellent oral and written communication skillsKnowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirementsProven technical knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552)Ability to analyze documents and identify exempt informationExperience with redaction processes and exemption applicationStrong attention to detail in data management and reportingDesired Skills and Competencies:Previous experience in government FOIA officesKnowledge of federal FOIA policies and proceduresExperience with FOIA case management systemsBackground in legal research related to FOIA casesFamiliarity with federal recordkeeping requirementsOur Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352#J-18808-Ljbffr