Government Information Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a FOIA expert in the Regional Office or an Area Office
• Process FOIA requests in accordance with regulations and procedures
• Act as liaison between offices for FOIA issue interpretation
• Respond to FOIA requests region-wide
• Review regulations to determine appropriate exemptions
• Redact documents according to regulations
• Prepare responses to FOIA requests within prescribed time limits
• Provide guidance on FOIA statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 level

Required Skills

• Interpreting FOIA and Privacy Acts
• Redacting records and documents
• Preparing summaries and reports
• Communication techniques
• Collecting and analyzing factual information

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Federal employee benefits
• Telework eligibility