Foia Analyst

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FOIA Analyst
Duties: Implement statutory and policy directives in favor of disclosure while protecting, under one or more of the nine FOIA exemptions and/or Privacy Act exemptions, information the release of which could cause foreseeable harm to national security or other interests or violate statutory requirements. Effectively communicate with Department personnel, external points of contact, and the public at large regarding clarification of requests that will facilitate the production and processing of responsive material. Generate correspondence directed to requesters, internal points of contact, other federal government agencies, and foreign governments. Apply expertise in foreign policy and national security issues, as well as knowledge of the functioning and organization of the Department of State and its overseas posts and missions in the application of the FOIA, Privacy Act, current Executive Orders, and other information programs. Diligently and accurately review and process cases in a timely fashion, recognizing the great volume of complex and sensitive records subject to review. On average, review approximately 1,000 pages per month. Respond to high priority, time sensitive requests from other government agencies. Collaborate with other staff numbers, including division chiefs, branch chiefs, team leaders, analysts and Department contacts to help ensure that the overall effort promotes the best interests of IPS and the Department. Develop and maintain proficiency in the use of guidance and reference material, both substantive and procedural. As part of a team effort, ensure that all paper work and entries into the case tracking system are accurate, complete and conform to the quality standards of the Department. Attend regularly scheduled meetings to resolve operational problems and to establish/modify reviewer procedures. Possess extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and maintain computer literacy and proficiency on the case management and redaction software system utilized by the Department.

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