Ardelle Associates
FOIA Analyst
Arlington, District of Columbia, US
Role snapshot
Ardelle Associates is hiring a FOIA Analyst on a full-time basis. This is an on-site role based in Arlington, District of Columbia, US.
- Company
- Ardelle Associates
- Location
- Arlington, District of Columbia, US
- Work mode
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
Who this role suits
Practitioners with a few years behind them who can work independently, make trade-offs and help newer teammates.
How to prepare your application
- Prepare examples of decisions you drove, how you measured the result, and how you worked with other teams.
- Be ready to discuss trade-offs and scope, not only the tools you have used.
- Read what Ardelle Associates publishes about its product or team, so you can say clearly why this role and this company.
Apply only on Ardelle Associates's own site. A genuine employer never asks candidates for money, deposits or bank details to apply, interview or “secure” a job. If something looks wrong, use Report a problem with this listing and we will review it. Read how we check listings.
About the role
Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.
Pay: $34.36 - $38.88 per hour
Job description:
Ardelle Associates is seeking FOIA Specialists to support the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in Arlington, VA.
100% onsite
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming FOIA/PA requests to ensure all requisite forms are completed by requesters.
- Search, identify, collect, and organize records, which include SBU information under the control of the DEA, or generated or maintained by the respective program offices.
- Scan FOIA support documents related to cases assigned into the FOIAXpress database.
- Initiate required checks in law enforcement databases and the FOIAXpress tracking system.
- Conduct analyses of the information within the scope of the request and evaluate the data for public disclosure.
- Redact documents in accordance with agency/entity FOIA protocols, which include annotating applicable FOIA exemptions.
- Maintain complete and detailed case notes on all assigned cases.
- Process FOIA/PA referral/consultation documents and letters received from other government agencies.
- Process submitter notices associated with specific FOIA cases and provide initial analysis of submitter objections.
- Prepare documentation for, and draft responses to, FOIA/PA requests, coordinating proposed disclosures of information for several entities within the agency.
- Support agency litigation efforts.
- Answer phone calls from requesters, answer questions, and direct them to information on ’s FOIA/PA website. xuwmhxw
- Responsible for properly protecting all DEA information within his/her control.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Three years of FOIA Analyst experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools
- Hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, database, spreadsheet, and telecommunications
- Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under pressure
- Pass a Background Investigation for a SBU security clearance
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $32.36 - $38.88 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- FOIA Analyst: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: 100% onsite in Arlington, VA 22202
Require resume
- Yes
Application updates
Candidates contact you (email)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- FOIA: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Arlington, VA 22216 (Required)
Work Location: In person