FOIA Analyst-USAF-Arlington VA
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Job Title: FOIA Analyst
Location: The primary place of performance is for the Secretary of the Air Force (SAF) at the Administration and Resource Management (AMR) (SAF/AMR) Pentagon Arlington Virginia.
Description: CORTEK Inc. (CORTEK) is currently seeking a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Analyst to aid in processing and tracking of Commandlevel FOIA Programs that integrate with Information Access Programs (i.e. Privacy Act Records Management Information Collections/Paperwork Reduction Section 508 Information Quality Civil Liberties Federal Register and regulatory requirements. Services include managing the FOIA process receiving requests gathering relevant documents coordinating with SMEs reviewing documents for disclosure and ensuring timely responses.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative and FOIA program support.
- Pick up FOIA requests from the respective email eFOIA and mailroom daily.
- Independently reviews and analyzes FOIA requests and the records responsive to such requests and determines if the request/records fall under the purview of the supported office or should be referred to another agency for processing.
- Coordinate directly with other federal agencies to facilitate the processing/referral of FOIA requests.
- Enter requests in the FOIA Xpress centralized database in accordance with local procedures.
- Process documents for release to include the redaction of documents using the FOIA Xpress software redaction capability.
- Research prepare and coordinate responses to general/specific requests.
- Determine the release of information withheld from disclosure citing the appropriate FOIA exemption code(s).
- Address whether fees will be charged reduced or waived in responding to requestors.
- Reconcile the request against active suspenses imposed by statutory and local requirements.
- Draft correspondence and prepare the release letter to the requestor in accordance with local guidelines.
- Draft any special letters to FOIA requesters for AF civilian review as directed.
- Mail documents to the requestor in accordance with office procedures and deliver to the mailroom.
- Provide customer assistance in the submission of their request for information.
- Provide technical and administrative support and assistance to field FOIA offices.
- Prepare a variety of reports to include Open case/Backlog report Strategic Performance Action Plan and Ad Hoc reports.
- Conduct legal research as needed to determine proper application of the FOIA requests.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in FOIArelated roles or similar positions.
- Experience in processing FOIA requests reviewing documents for release and drafting response letters.
- Experience in reviewing and redacting documents to ensure compliance with FOIA regulations.
- Experience in managing sensitive and confidential information ensuring compliance with security protocols.
- Indepth knowledge of FOIA including relevant regulations policies and procedures.
- Proven ability to draft clear accurate and legally compliant FOIA responses and correspondence.
- Ability to handle multiple requests and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy. High attention to detail in document review and processing.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of FOIA rules and regulations; specifically applying exemptions b(4 b(5 and b(6.
- Experience with FOIA tools like FOIA Xpress and using SecureRelease.
Clearance:
Active Secret clearance or higher.
About CORTEK: Founded in 2003 CORTEK is a distinguished ServiceDisabled VeteranOwned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) defense Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) terrorism prevention CounterWMD (CWMD) support services and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act support. With over a decade of experience CORTEK has delivered missioncritical solutions to government clients including the Department of State (DOS) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Defense (DoD). Our proven track record includes 12 years of incumbency on DOS contracts supporting WMD threat mitigation and consequence management programs as well as comprehensive support for the Defense Threat Reduction Agencys (DTRA) technical and strategic objectives across Physical and Biological Sciences Engineering Policy and Operations. Additionally CORTEK has provided onsite analytical support for the Department of the Army Headquarters (HQDA) at the Pentagon.
At CORTEK relationships are at the heart of what we do. We pride ourselves on our customercentric approach leveraging proven management processes to deliver tailored solutions that drive client success. Our focus on excellence innovation and competitive value throughout the project management lifecycle makes CORTEK a trusted partner. Curious to learn more Visit us at .
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer: CORTEK is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace by hiring and retaining talented individuals from all backgrounds. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. As an EEO employer CORTEK complies with Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination and posts notices outlining these protections in accordance with applicable regulations.
Reasonable Accommodation Requests: CORTEK is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment please email or call Human Resources at. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a casebycase basis.
EVerify: As a Federal Contractor we are required to use EVerify to validate employees ability to work legally in the United States.
Pay Transparency NonDiscrimination: CORTEK will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay.
For information regarding your legal rights and protections please click on the following link: State and Federal Labor Notices
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Contract
