Senior FOIA Analyst (Arlington)

Pay: $39.13 - $43.65 per hour Job description: Ardelle Associates is seeking 2 Senior FOIA Analysts to support the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in Arlington, VA. Responsibilities: Review incoming FOIA/PA requests to ensure all requisite forms are completed by requesters. Search, identify, collect, and organize records, which include SBU information under DEA’s control, or generated or maintained, by the respective program offices.

Scan FOIA support documents related to cases assigned into the FOIAXpress database. Initiate required checks in law enforcement databases and the FOIAXpress tracking system. Conduct analyses of the information within the scope of the request and evaluate the data for public disclosure.

Provide FOIA/PA review and process pending, complex FOIA cases. Redact documents in accordance with agency/entity FOIA protocols, which include annotating applicable FOIA exemptions. Maintain complete and detailed case notes on all assigned cases.

Process FOIA/PA referral/consultation documents and letters received from other government agencies. Draft FOIA/PA Standard Operating Procedures and other guidance documents for staff. Process submitter notices associated with specific FOIA cases and provides initial analysis of submitter objections.

Prepare documentation for, and draft responses to, FOIA/PA requests, coordinating proposed disclosures of information for several entities within the agency. Support agency litigation efforts. Answer phone calls from requesters, answer questions, and direct them to information on DEA.gov’s FOIA/PA website.

Negotiate with requesters to narrow the scope of voluminous requests. Responsible for properly protecting all DEA information within his/her control. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Five years of FOIA Analyst experience Proficiency with FOIAXpress Excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools Hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, database, spreadsheet, and telecommunications Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under pressure Pass a Background Investigation for an SBU security clearance Job Types: Full-time, Contract Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you a US citizen?

Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: FOIA Analyst: 5 years (Required) Ability to Relocate: Arlington, VA 22205: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person