Public Disclosure Analyst
Responsibilities
Receive, review, analyze and respond to enterprise-wide public disclosure requests (PDRs) and other requests for City records received in the Public Disclosure Office.
Coordinate with city staff to obtain the requested public disclosure data, documents and related information.
Provide timely responses to complex and sensitive requests requiring a high degree of discretion and confidentiality.
Utilize applicable technology, including e-discovery software to discover, locate, search, process, redact, perform quality checks to produce records, including Electronically Stored Information (ESI).
Research, locate, identify, retrieve and share applicable data as required;
Ensure all responsive records have been discovered, located, searched and if any exemptions apply;
Identify and log appropriate redactions and exemptions in accordance with the Public Records Act and established public records processes and procedures;
Coordinate and seek guidance with the City Attorney’s Office and legal staff for discovery and review of records and for analysis of records requiring redaction or withholding due to lawful exemptions;
Testify in public disclosure related litigations as needed;
Assist in the appeals from public records requestors;
Develop, design and deliver public disclosure trainings to public disclosure coordinators;
Assist with the state-mandated reporting of performance measures related to public records.
Qualifications
An Equivalent Combination to: An equivalent combination of education and experience to: Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in processing and responding to routine and complex public records requests in compliance with the requirements of the Public Records Act, including experience redacting routine and complex records per the Public Records Act exemptions.
A combination of education and training which provides the experience necessary to perform the functions of the job will be considered.
Licenses, Certificates And Other Requirements:
Attend annual WAPRO training
Certified Public Records Officer (CPRO) certificate or ability to obtain certification within 2 years of the appointment into the classification
Microsoft Search (Office 365 & SharePoint Discovery Center) software certification, e-Discovery Document Review software certification
Critical Infrastructure Protection Training (CIP) and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Training certification within 30 days of appointment into the classification
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) certification may be required for some positions
Must successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details: Hourly Rate: $41.93- $50.97
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