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ARETUM

Senior FOIA Specialist

ARETUM

. Timely acknowledge incoming FOIAs, referrals, consultations, FOIA appeals, and Privacy Act requests .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in FOIA processing, including responsiveness reviews, record management, and compliance with FOIA regulations. Proficient in handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and ensuring adherence to confidentiality statutes.

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FOIA Processing ExperienceJuris Doctor (JD)Public Trust EligibilityFOIAXpress FamiliarityAnalytical and Writing Skills

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Hard Skills
FOIA ProcessingRecord ManagementResponsiveness ReviewsFee Category DeterminationsRedaction ApplicationSearch Memoranda PreparationLarge Record Set ReviewComplex FOIA Requests ProcessingDetail-Oriented WorkControlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Handling
Soft Skills
Team CollaborationJudgment Application
Tools & Technologies
FOIAXpress
Certifications & Qualifications
Public Trust EligibilityJuris Doctor (JD)
Industry Keywords
Freedom of Information ActUSDA FOIA RegulationsConfidentiality StatutesFederal FOIA ProcessingFee WaiversExpedited ProcessingSubmitter OutreachFOIA ConsultationsPrivacy Act RequestsSafeguarding Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Timely acknowledge incoming FOIAs, referrals, consultations, FOIA appeals, and Privacy Act requests
  • Conduct responsiveness reviews, de-duplicate records, and apply judgment on fee category determinations, fee waivers, and expedited processing
  • Prepare search memoranda for appropriate record custodians
  • Review large record sets thoroughly
  • Apply redactions to responsive records in accordance with the FOIA, USDA’s FOIA regulations, and applicable case law
  • Manage administrative files according to internal standard operating procedures
  • Coordinate and oversee large-scale collection efforts involving multiple components
  • Adhere to USDA’s commonly used confidentiality statutes
  • Support the Freedom of Information Act program and ensure compliance with FOIA regulations and guidelines
  • Handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and comply with applicable safeguarding requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Public Trust Eligibility Required
  • 5+ years of FOIA processing experience
  • Juris Doctor (JD)
  • Federal FOIA processing experience, as a federal government employee or as a federal government contractor
  • Experience processing complex FOIA requests that include submitter outreach and FOIA consultations and referrals
  • Familiarity with FOIAXpress or a similar FOIA tracking/processing system
  • Proficiency in delivering detail-oriented work
  • Capable of working within a team
  • Strong analytical and writing skills
  • Only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Occasional travel is expected to be less than 10% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible