FOIA Analyst – Surge Support

Cherokee Federal

Part Time Records Technician supporting FOIA requests and reducing response times at Cherokee Strategic Solutions. Requires active Public Trust clearance and experience with legal documents.

Posted 7/31/2026part-timeRemote • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $25 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in managing FOIA requests and legal documents, with strong skills in records management and document control. Capable of independently validating requestor entitlements and applying necessary exemptions while maintaining effective communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

FOIA Processing ExperienceRecords ManagementDocument ControlLegal Document IdentificationComputer Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Records ManagementDocument ControlFOIA ProcessingLegal Document IdentificationTyping Proficiency

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsLogical ThinkingIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Computer TerminalTracking Systems

Industry Keywords

Freedom of Information ActGovernment DocumentsLegal Documents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide support services to reduce a backlog of FOIA requests and reduce overall FOIA response times
Access pre-scanned images of the records containing the information requested in the FOIA/PA request
Validate the requestor entitlement for the information requested, redacting information and applying exemptions as necessary, preparing the appropriate responses, and electronically submitting to Government staff for approvals
Verify responsive records correspond to request and correct subject
Update the case note file
Perform other job related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma and at least 1 year of college or one year of experience working with legal documents in a government or private law office
At least 6 months of on-the-job experience using a computer terminal
1 to 3 years of experience with records management or document control to include management of both manual and automated information
Some experience related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is preferred
Candidates with prior USCIS FOIA Processing experience are preferred
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently and type proficiently
Demonstrated ability to identify and distinguish different kinds of legal documents and their purpose
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain tracking systems for the completion of work assignments
Demonstrated ability to think logically and to apply general principles to specific situations
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal guidance and supervision
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot minor computer issues/maintenance
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Successfully pass a Federal background check and a drug screen.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities