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City of Naperville Employment Opportunity Job Title:
FOIA Analyst (1007)
Closing Date:
When filled
Salary:
\$67,291.36 - \$74,020.50 per year
Job Type:
Full-Time Location:
Naperville Municipal Center, 400
S Eagle St, Naperville, Illinois Department:
Community Services Job Description:
The City of Naperville seeks a FOIA Analyst to perform administration and analysis of the City\'s centralized Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) program, with primary responsibility for complex and sensitive FOIA requests. Our FOIA Analyst applies knowledge of FOIA law, legal research, records management, and redaction practices to evaluate requests, review responsive records, provide guidance on FOIA responses, and coordinate with the City\'s Legal Department and other subject matter experts to ensure timely, consistent, and legally compliant responses. The hiring range for this position is \$67,291.36 - \$74,020.50 per year, commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is E230. For additional information, click here.
Responsibilities:
Reviews, analyzes, and coordinates responses to complex, sensitive, or high-priority FOIA requests, including requests involving personnel records, juvenile records, law enforcement records, ongoing investigations, body-worn camera recordings, litigation, and other records requiring specialized review. Reviews FOIA responses for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable laws, exemptions, and City procedures. Analyzes responsive records and recommends appropriate exemptions and redactions in accordance with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act and established City procedures. Coordinates with the Citys Legal Department on complex or legally sensitive FOIA matters and assists in preparing responses to Public Access Counselor inquiries, appeals, and other FOIA-related matters. Conducts legal and statutory research related to FOIA requests, including applicable exemptions, case law, Public Access Counselor opinions, Attorney General guidance, and other relevant legal authorities. Assists in preparing responses to Public Access Counselor inquiries, appeals, and other FOIA-related matters and coordinates required documentation and deadlines. Provides technical and procedural guidance to FOIA Technicians and City departments regarding request interpretation, records collection, exemptions, redaction, and disclosure requirements. Assists the Deputy Director in developing, implementing, and continuously improving City-wide FOIA policies, procedures, training materials, and quality-control processes. Provides training and educational resources to City staff regarding FOIA compliance, records management, response procedures, and related requirements. Monitors assigned FOIA requests to ensure statutory deadlines are met and identifies requests requiring escalation, additional resources, or specialized review. Assists the Deputy Director in monitoring FOIA workload, response times, trends, and other performance measures and prepares reports and recommendations as appropriate. Coordinates records collection and review across City departments to ensure responsive records are identified, reviewed, and processed appropriately. Maintains accurate records and documentation related to FOIA requests, responses, exemptions, redactions, and related correspondence. Identifies opportunities to improve FOIA workflows, technology, and business processes and assists with implementing process improvements. Provid s guidance and support to FOIA Technicians in resolving questions and unusual or complex requests and serves as a resource for escalation when appropriate. Performs research using the City\'s document management systems and other applicable databases and information resources. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and legally protected information.
