Police Support Services FOIA Officer

About the role

The Village of Montgomery, IL is accepting applications for a part-time Support Services FOIA Officer in the Police Department.

The Village of Montgomery prides itself on providing professional, high-quality and responsive municipal services with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, reviewing, and responding to public records requests in compliance with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
• Working in a fast-paced environment with strict statutory deadlines.
• Coordinating with multiple divisions within the police department.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent and 2-3 years of law enforcement records/administrative experience.
• FOIA Officer certification, or the ability to obtain within two weeks of hire.
• LEADS certification, or the ability to obtain within two weeks of hire.
• Strong knowledge of FOIA law and ability to interpret and apply statutory exemptions.
• Ability to review detailed police records, digital evidence, and confidential information with high accuracy.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with the public, attorneys, media, insurance companies, and outside agencies.
• Intermediate-level experience with MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Pro.
• Proficiency with records management systems, digital evidence systems, and redaction software.
• Ability to manage multiple requests simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Ability to learn and follow departmental policies, procedures, and applicable laws, and terminology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of law enforcement records/administrative experience.
• FOIA Officer certification, or the ability to obtain within two weeks of hire.
• LEADS certification, or the ability to obtain within two weeks of hire.
• Strong knowledge of FOIA law and ability to interpret and apply statutory exemptions.
• Intermediate-level experience with MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Pro.
• Proficiency with records management systems, digital evidence systems, and redaction software.
• Ability to manage multiple requests simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Ability to learn and follow departmental policies, procedures, and applicable laws, and terminology.

Skills

• Interpersonal skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of FOIA law.
• Ability to review detailed police records.
• Ability to interact with the public, attorneys, media, insurance companies, and outside agencies.
• Intermediate-level experience with MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Pro.
• Proficiency with records management systems, digital evidence systems, and redaction software.
• Ability to manage multiple requests simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Sound judgment.
• Ability to learn and follow departmental policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Benefits

This position will remain open until filled.

The first review of applications will take place on July 17, 2026.

Qualified candidates should submit a Village application form, resume, and cover letter to recruitment@montgomeryil.org.

Job offers are contingent upon the completion of a background investigation, pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Pay

$27.50 per hour.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 4 hours daily to be scheduled between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm.

Contact

The Village of Montgomery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.