FOIA Coordinator

Hive Group is seeking a FOIA Coordinator to join our existing team to provide comprehensive Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lifecycle support to ensure timely processing of FOIA requests for a federal client agency. This work requires an analyst with basic FOIA knowledge to perform routine coordination and administrative tasks under the direct supervision of client stakeholders, using established SOPs, templates, and guidance. This is a hybrid position requiring candidates to reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with the expectation of working onsite (once per week) at our corporate headquarters in McLean, VA.

Position Description

• Coordinate closely with client stakeholders to ensure proper redaction processes, legal compliance, and timely responses to requestors in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Receive FOIA request assignments and update designated trackers with required details.
• Manage FOIA request documentation using established subfolders and naming conventions.
• Prepare accurate processing fee estimates using provided templates and calculators.
• Retrieve responsive documents from client contract repository and upload unredacted PDF records into the appropriate folders.
• Provide the FOIA request, responsive documents, and instructions to SMEs and assigned Program Counsel for their review and concurrence using established templates.
• Review acquisition documents and identify potential redactions for SME and counsel review based on relevant FOIA exemptions and agency guidance.
• Upload all applicable concurrences, email correspondence, and unredacted document versions to the client FOIA management system.
• Redact documents based on the redactions agreed upon with the SMEs and Program Counsel.
• Notify the assigned FOIA Program Office Analyst of the need for consultations, notices to submitters, and clarifications in accordance with FOIA Program Office guidance
• Actively participate in status meetings with the agency’s FOIA Program team.
• Contribute to the maintenance of FOIA templates, SOPs and training as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Strong ability to manage time and organize priorities within deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong experience in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
• Experience processing FOIA requests is a plus
• Experience in federal acquisition role is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated compensation range for this position is between $60,000 and $68,000 annually, based on benchmarks in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. This range reflects a good faith estimate for all experience levels. At Hive Group, salary decisions are influenced by several factors, including but not limited to the role, location, and the combination of education, training, skills, certifications, competencies, and relevant work experience.

Hive Group offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement contributions, paid leave, federal holidays, professional development opportunities, and lifestyle benefits.

A Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Hive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to fair and unbiased employment decisions. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex (including gender and transgender status), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic partner or civil union status, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our hiring and promotion decisions are based exclusively on an individual’s qualifications and suitability for the role.

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