Government Information Specialist

We are seeking a **Government Information Specialist** to manage agency-wide information governance and FOIA programs. This role involves significant policy development, request management, and stakeholder engagement.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Develop, implement, and manage agency-wide information governance policies, particularly related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
• Formulate and draft FOIA program procedures and guidelines, ensuring timely updates and implementation.
• Direct searches for relevant records in response to FOIA requests.
• Negotiate with FOIA requestors and their legal representatives.
• Design and utilize databases and systems to collect and maintain FOIA action statistics.
• *Qualifications:**
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in federal service, or comparable experience in the private sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in information governance policy development, implementation, and management (e.g., FOIA).
• Proven ability to formulate procedures, direct record searches, and conduct negotiations with requestors.
• Experience in designing and managing databases for tracking information and statistics.
• Meet all federal eligibility requirements, including time-in-grade where applicable.
• Relevant paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, is considered.