FOIA Records Specialist Winchester

About the role

Amentum is seeking Legal Administrative Specialists to support the maintenance of transparency in government through the handling of Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOI/PA) requests and declassification reviews. The role requires a current, active Top Secret security clearance with CI Poly.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to search, collect, and analyze responsive documents for incoming FOI/PA requests and maintain information regarding the documents in a database.
• Complete and deliver files ready for FOI/PA processing, while maintaining control of classified documents.
• Search government databases for background information and conduct record searches on requested information.
• Research, review, analyze and interpret all responsive information.
• Compile, prepare and report findings from available relevant information to the customers within established guidelines, legal constraints and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain performance to ensure the delivery of timely, high quality work, consistent with customer specifications, while handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Work independently as part of an integrated team and display high self-motivation and integrity.
• Maintain an exceptional level of organization and time management skills.

Requirements

• Must have a current, active Top Secret security clearance with CI Poly that is verifiable in JPAS or be able to obtain and maintain one.
• U.S. Citizenship is required to get obtain a clearance.
• Must successfully complete a 4-6 week training course once onboard and successfully pass the test at the end of the course.
• Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure: Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of related experience. Years of experience can be substituted for education.

Qualifications

• Separating or former military personnel with related experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience processing and conducting declassification reviews, FOI/PA requests, National Name Checks requested by a federal agency or general Records and Information Management desired but not required.

Skills

• Computer skills required: MS Office Suite proficiency.
• Must be able to learn new systems and applications.
• Must be able to create graphs and charts and draft technical and administrative documents.
• Ability to type at least 60 words per minute.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others.
• Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal communications.
• Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction.
• Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals.
• Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Retirement benefits.
• Education reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.