Management Specialist I (FOIA Coordinator)

General Statement of Duties

• Serves as a FOIA Coordinator for the Police Division; plans, organizes and conducts professional management work for use in planning and carrying out Police Division FOIA-related programs and requests; does related work as required.
• Provides skilled professional work in support of department programs, projects, or services. Responsibilities include assisting with planning, evaluation, data analysis, and policy implementation. Work is performed with minimal supervision and may involve coordination with internal staff, clients, or volunteers. Demonstrates initiative and sound judgment in completing assignments.

Essential Duties

• The primary responsibility of this position is tracking, researching and responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for the Police Division. These requests are often complex and almost always require coordination among several potential contributors to ensure full compliance with the law and may include but not limited to body worn camera video requests, traffic crash investigative file requests and criminal investigative case file requests.
• Knowledge of Freedom of Information Act laws, policies and regulations
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet multiple deadlines
• Ability to research using a variety of resources
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively with other employees and with the public
• Leadership skills
• Working knowledge of program planning, evaluation, and data analysis; ability to develop and use data collection tools; ability to interpret policies and procedures; ability to prepare clear and concise reports demonstrates initiative and organizational skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other standard business software; ability to use databases and systems for data entry and retrieval
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with staff and the public
• Makes routine decisions within established guidelines; refers complex issues to supervisor
• Non-supervisory; works independently and as part of a team
• Works in an office setting; may work in various locations based on assignment
• Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to perform assigned duties; physical ability to complete office-based tasks

Additional Information

Minimum Requirements

• Four (4) year degree in a relevant field, and one (1) year of relevant professional experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

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