FOIA / Program Analyst II

The FOIA / Program Analyst II supports the timely, accurate processing of federal information requests, including routine requests, backlogged cases, appeals, and litigation matters. The position reviews responsive records, conducts disclosure analysis, applies appropriate FOIA exemptions, and prepares records and correspondence for Government review and release. Through careful analysis and complete case documentation, the analyst supports government transparency while protecting sensitive information.

The Analyst coordinates with records custodians, requesters, and Government stakeholders to clarify requests, identify responsive records, and address disclosure concerns. The role also supports eDiscovery searches, redaction, quality assurance, and process improvements that promote consistent case processing and backlog reduction. Work is performed remotely through Government-approved systems, with in-person meetings as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Request, identify, review, and analyze records responsive to assigned FOIA requests, backlogged cases, appeals, and litigation matters using approved case-management and tracking systems.
• Conduct disclosure reviews and apply appropriate FOIA exemptions using independent judgment consistent with applicable federal laws, privacy requirements, and agency policies.
• Coordinate as needed with Government FOIA staff, program offices, regional locations, records custodians, and requesters to clarify scope, disclosure concerns, search terms, and outgoing responses.
• Prepare records for release using approved redaction tools, including redactions, sanitization, Bates numbering when applicable, and indexes describing withheld material and exemption codes.
• Support appeals and litigation matters, including review in Relativity or other approved eDiscovery tools, preparation of correspondence, Vaughn-index support, and documentation of actions taken.
• Develop and implement Government-approved search terms in designated eDiscovery systems and document search activity and potentially responsive records.
• Maintain complete and accurate case files, including draft responses, notes, annotations, correspondence, and supporting documentation in designated tracking systems.
• Review work for completeness, accuracy, appropriate exemption application, and consistency before submission for required Government review and approval.
• Identify processing barriers and opportunities to improve workflows, reduce rework, and support timely completion of assigned cases.