FOIA Analyst

PacArctic, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is looking for experienced FOIA Analyst to support PAC and our customer in Savannah, GA. Please note this is a 100% onsite position. Must have a Top Secret clearance and be able to pass a CI polygraph during the hiring process. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement. In this role, you will support our customer’s mission to help maintain transparency in our government, by providing administrative support for incoming Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOI/PA) requests. Transparency in our government is not only essential for government accountability but is also integral to our country’s democracy. Through this work, you provide citizens with easier access to government information. However, while an open and transparent government is essential to our work, those working in this position are responsible for safeguarding information that may cause harm if released. Essential duties and responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to: Analyze FOIPA administrative case notes, searches, and requester correspondence. Support the processing of FOIPA litigations. Preview imported records for responsiveness and context. Search and check systems for prior releases and duplicate requests. Identify and apply appropriate processing approaches per SOPs and policies. Create and maintain clear and concise case notes in systems. Identify and appropriately handle Other Government Agency (OGA) information. Perform line-by-line reviews of records and properly apply the applicable FOIPA exemption(s) (redactions). Consult with subject matter experts (SME) from various agency-specific components and OGAs. Coordinate high visibility releases with appropriate agency-specific components and OGAs. Respond to FOIPA administrative appeals and litigation requirements. Conduct appropriate research for background and context while processing FOIPA cases. Maintain performance to ensure the delivery of timely, high-quality work, consistent with customer specifications, while handling multiple projects simultaneously. Work independently as part of an integrated team and display high self-motivation and integrity. Have the ability to maintain an exceptional level of organization and time management skills Training: FOIA Analysts will attend an on-site, paid, six-week training course which will equip you with the skills needed to be successful in this role. At the end of the training course you must pass an assessment test. After the initial training course has concluded, you will have 90 days of on-the-job training. Must be available to work between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Basic Qualifications for this position are as follows: Education/Experience: Must meet one of the following requirements. Bachelor’s Degree 3 years of specialized work experience including providing products and services similar to those outlined in this position description Military experience of an analytical nature Must be able to obtain and maintain US government issued security clearance Must successfully complete a computer-based assessment on typing skills with a score of 90% accuracy and 11 WPM Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient computer skills, including the ability to navigate Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Internet Browsers, and SharePoint, and capable of using complex records systems and computer applications. Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary Ability to perform routine analytical, administrative, research, and recordkeeping tasks Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal communications Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at View email address on click.appcast.io or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io to request accommodation. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352