FOIA Analyst

Washington, DC

Full Time

Mid Level

Savan is seeking an FOIA Analyst to support the Department of Commerce (DOC) in processing and managing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act requests. The FOIA Analyst will assist in the receipt, review, analysis, redaction, and response to FOIA requests in compliance with DOC regulations and federal FOIA statutes. The ideal candidate will have experience managing FOIA workflows, applying exemptions accurately, supporting backlog reduction efforts, and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Role Responsibilities:

Process and respond to FOIA and Privacy Act requests in accordance with DOC policies, the FOIA statute (5 U.S.C. § 552), and the Privacy Act.

Review responsive records and apply appropriate FOIA exemptions and Privacy Act provisions to redact sensitive information.

Draft acknowledgment letters, interim responses, and final determination letters using agency-specific FOIA tracking systems such as FOIAXpress.

Track, monitor, and update the status of FOIA cases in the DOC’s case management system, ensuring accurate workload tracking and timely closures.

Support backlog reduction efforts by prioritizing requests and coordinating with program offices to gather responsive records.

Provide oral and written responses to inquiries from DOC program offices and other stakeholders regarding FOIA processing and requirements.

Conduct quality control reviews of records and correspondence to ensure compliance with applicable laws and agency policies.

Assist in the preparation of reports for senior leadership, including FOIA Annual Report data and ad hoc reports as required.

Remain current on evolving FOIA and Privacy Act guidance, regulations, and trends, applying best practices to all casework.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Minimum 2 years of experience supporting a federal agency’s FOIA program.

Strong knowledge of the FOIA statute, FOIA exemptions, and the Privacy Act.

Experience using FOIA processing tools, including FOIAXpress or comparable systems.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Ability to manage multiple FOIA requests simultaneously while meeting statutory deadlines.

Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting professional correspondence.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with government clients and stakeholders.

U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting FOIA operations at the Department of Commerce or its bureaus

Experience with backlog reduction initiatives or FOIA process improvement efforts.

Familiarity with DOC FOIA regulations and internal policies.

Completion of FOIA-related training or certifications (e.g., DOJ Office of Information Policy FOIA Training, NARA FOIA Certification).

Application Process
Submit your application to the link on this page. Applicants selected for interviews will be notified by email or phone.

Compensation
Savan believes in offering fair and competitive compensation to all employees. Our salary structures are based on industry standards, market conditions, and the specific demands of each role. Salary determination for potential new employees is influenced by a combination of factors, including years of experience, educational qualifications, specialized skills and expertise relevant to the job, complexity, and scope of the role's responsibilities, internal salary structures, as well as the geographic location of the job. Salary history will not be used in compensation decisions

Compensation Range:$70,000.00-$80,000.00

EOE, including disability and veterans.
Savan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable accommodation for the employment process, please email your request to [email protected]. For more information about our company, please visit our website at www.savangroup.com

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