See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows: Battle Creek, MI: $86,962 - $113,047 Philadelphia, PA: $95,694 - $124,398 Richmond, VA: $90,751 - $117,972

Duties

Serves as a Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) focal point and technical expert for the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) programs. Incumbent handles complex, novel, and difficult FOIA issues within the FOIA and Privacy Division (J67C), under the Information Governance and Compliance Division (J67C). Researching, analyzing, and evaluating data for response to information requests; assembling and reviewing proposed FOIA release packages for release/non-release of records. Supports effective implementation strategies for agency FOIA and Privacy Act compliance program policy and procedures and manage assigned projects in support of them. Serves as the senior specialist supporting the DLA Enterprise at one of the major support command (MSC), but will be required to develop working knowledge of all DLA MSCs from a FOIA and Privacy Act compliance perspective. Responsible for researching, analyzing, and evaluating data for response to information requests; assembling and reviewing proposed FOIA release package. Manages projects in support of the development and continuous improvement of the DLA FOIA programs. Safeguards information while supporting accountability and transparency initiatives. Assisting Government attorneys in the litigation process. Serving as liaison to external customers and recipients to clarify and resolve issues. Complying with agency policy and procedures with regard to the administration of FOIA and Privacy Act.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
• Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Bargaining Unit Status: Yes
• This position and any future selections from this announcement may be used to fill various shifts located within DLA Information Operations (J6) locations.

Qualifications

To qualify for a Government Information Specialist (FOIA and Privacy Act), your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS- 11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after- competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Recommends and complies with standards, and procedural guidance to implement the overall FOIA and Privacy Act programs to assure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Reviewing and analyzing appeals from denials of access to records requested under FOIA and preparing recommendations on final agency decision on release/non-release of records. Responsible for the effective operation of the FOIA and Privacy Act and governance processes and will focus on processing requests or issues pertaining to the DLA Enterprise. Directs searches for relevant records to answer requests. Analyses responsive records for release determination. Negotiates with FOIA requesters and their attorneys and may commit DLA Enterprise to a course of action. Reviews data to be released for responsiveness to the request. Performs detailed analysis and evaluation of requests to determine if the information sought is subject to release under the FOIA and DoD implementing regulations, coordinating with other personnel as required. Interprets and applies FOIA laws and regulations regarding exemptions and prepares necessary documentation supporting decisions not to release materials for review and final DLA IDA signature. Applies sound judgement, tact, and diplomacy in dealing with the public and takes precautions against any possible accusation of improperly withholding information. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address DLA Information Operations J6 8725 John J Kingman Rd Ft Belvoir, VA 22060-6221 US
• Name: David Beller
• Phone: 717-770-4705
• Email: [email protected]