Communications Specialist
Avid Core
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Washington, D.C. • District of Columbia • Washington • United States
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Salary
💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per year
About the role
- Support the intake, tracking, and processing of FOIA requests for federal clients
- Review agency records for responsiveness to FOIA requests
- Apply FOIA exemptions and assist in preparing redacted versions of documents for public release
- Draft FOIA response letters, acknowledgment letters, and related correspondence
- Coordinate with subject matter experts, attorneys, and client stakeholders to clarify document content and release determinations
- Maintain detailed tracking logs and documentation of FOIA actions, deadlines, and case status
- Prepare summaries, justifications, and supporting documentation for exemption determinations
- Support quality control reviews to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
- Assist in maintaining standard operating procedures and documentation related to FOIA processes
- Support reporting requirements related to FOIA metrics and case management
- Participate in client meetings to discuss case status, challenges, and timelines
- Ensure compliance with federal records management, privacy, and information security requirements
- Provide general project and administrative support as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 2–3 years of experience in communications, document review, regulatory compliance, legal support, or FOIA processing (entry-level candidates with strong relevant experience will be considered)
- Foundational knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and common FOIA exemptions preferred
- Experience supporting federal agencies or government contractors strongly preferred
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft clear, defensible correspondence
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to review documents with a high level of accuracy
- Experience handling sensitive or confidential information
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
- Strong organizational and document management skills
- Ability to obtain a public trust clearance
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Vision, dental, and short-term and long-term disability
- 401K with employer match (after six months of employment)
- Federal and non-federal paid holidays
- Flexible paid time off
- Generous bonus program based on firm and individual performance
- An opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and supportive environment with a fun team
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
FOIA processingdocument reviewregulatory compliancequality controlexemption determinationscase managementdrafting correspondenceattention to detailhandling sensitive informationproject support
Soft Skills
written communicationorganizational skillsdocument managementability to manage deadlinesability to clarify contentability to participate in meetingsability to handle competing prioritiesstrong attention to detailability to support stakeholdersability to assist in documentation
Certifications
public trust clearance