Foia Project Manager

TechOp Solutions International, a reputable Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that serves Federal, state, local, and private/commercial organizations in the defense and space industry, is looking for a skilled FOIA Project Manager. The ideal candidate will lead the dynamic TechOp team headquartered in Washington, DC, and support TechOp's clients with the release of information under the Freedom of Information Act.
Work- Life Balance—Hybrid Position
Develop and maintain a comprehensive project plan for each FOIA request, outlining key milestones, deadlines, and responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for FOIA requesters, providing timely updates on the status of their requests and addressing any inquiries or concerns.
Provide training and guidance to staff members involved in the FOIA process, ensuring that they understand their roles and responsibilities.
Analyze records received and determine if outside equity or additional internal coordination is required prior to release of the documents
Maintain accurate records of all FOIA requests received, including correspondence, documentation, and response times.
Coordinate with internal departments to allocate resources, including personnel and documents, needed to fulfill FOIA requests.
Manage and control all physical and electronic records maintained by the FOIA program
Create and maintain accurate records of FOIA requests and progress
Generate and disseminate all necessary FOIA reports.
Respond in a timely manner to both internal and external inquiries and provide excellent customer service
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
5+ years of FOIA Of experience
10 years total of experience managing FOIA requests or related projects within medium to large teams in a government agency or private sector
In-depth knowledge of FOIA regulations, exemptions, and best practices.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience working with FOIA software or electronic document management systems.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite
Ability to read and interpret FOIA legislation and apply it to specific cases
Strong organizational and communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a background investigation
TechOp Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.