FOIA / Program Analyst III

The FOIA / Program Analyst III provides analytical support for the processing of federal information requests, including routine and complex requests, backlogged cases, appeals, and litigation matters. The position applies FOIA knowledge and independent judgment to review responsive records, evaluate disclosure requirements, and prepare records and correspondence for Government review and release. Through accurate analysis and thorough case documentation, the analyst supports government transparency while protecting sensitive information.

The Analyst coordinates with Government stakeholders, records custodians, and requesters to clarify request scope, identify responsive information, and address disclosure concerns. The role supports eDiscovery searches, redaction, quality assurance, and process improvements that help resolve processing barriers and advance case completion. 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 in accordance with the FOIA Act, Privacy Act, HIPAA, OPEN Government Act, FOIA Improvement Act, 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 analyses, draft responses, notes, annotations, correspondence, and supporting documentation in designated tracking systems.
• Review work products for completeness, accuracy, consistent exemption application, and supporting documentation before submission for required Government review and approval.
• Monitor assigned case progress, elevate issues requiring additional guidance, and recommend process improvements to reduce rework and support timely completion.