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FOIA Analyst I

3/19/2026

The role involves supporting Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request processing by conducting initial reviews, performing searches, drafting response materials, and applying exemptions under supervision. Key duties include updating the FOIA Request Tracker and participating in required training and updates.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

HeiTech Services augments and operationalizes programs that help the federal government achieve critical missions and goals. We deliver staffing, management, and technical solutions that promote the safety, health, security and wellbeing of the American people. Our core competencies include Records and Information Management, Managed Professional Services, Information Technology, and Program Management. Our mission is to help the federal government keep Americans safe. We strive to deliver solutions through Honor, Excellence, and Innovation. What makes HeiTech Services unique is not only what we do, but how we do it. Our approaches are focused on the outcome. We analyze, model, and test our methods and staffing models, measuring performance against baseline estimates. We challenge the assumptions of others. Contact us so we can challenge your assumptions!

About the Role

Description

Supports FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) request processing by conducting initial reviews, performing searches, drafting response materials, and applying exemptions under supervision. Contributes to workflow efficiency, accuracy, and timely completion of tasks.

Key responsibilities

Conduct initial request reviews and clarifications under guidance; assist with routing and coordination.
Perform records research and support responsive record searches, compile results for review.
Apply redactions and exemptions under supervision; prepare draft response materials and correspondence.
Update the FOIA Request Tracker and maintain supporting documentation of work performed.
Participate in VA daily updates and required FOIA training; implement feedback promptly to reduce error rates.

Requirements

Required

Associate degree.
1+ year FOIA request processing experience within the last 24 months.
Strong written and verbal communication; attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
Proficiency with standard office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn eFOIA tools quickly.
Ability to conduct effective internet and records research to support FOIA search and review activities.
Must be local to DMV. Primarily remote with occasional on sites in DC.
Must be able to obtain VA access (background investigation) and a PIV badge; must sign NDA.

Preferred

FOIA-related training and familiarity with basic FOIA exemptions. (Additional FOIA experience may substitute for FOIA training.)
Experience with scanning, file organization, and records research techniques.

What success looks like (first 60–90 days)

Completes VA onboarding, system access, and required training; demonstrates command of the team’s SOPs and templates.
Produces accurate work products in the eFOIA system and maintains real-time tracker accuracy for all assigned actions.
Meets timeliness and quality expectations (clear, error-free correspondence; well-documented exemptions/redactions).

HeiTech Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact HR@HeiTechServices.com

Key Skills

FOIA Request ProcessingRecords ResearchRedaction ApplicationDrafting CorrespondenceWorkflow EfficiencyAttention To DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationWordExcelOutlookeFOIA ToolsInternet ResearchRecords OrganizationBackground InvestigationPIV Badge