Central Office FOIA Officer (Transportation Executive I)
state of illinoisSpringfield (IL)
Central Office FOIA Officer (Transportation Executive I)
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state of illinoisSpringfield (IL)
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative AssistantsRegulation and Administration of Transportation Programs
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Executive I to serve as the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Officer. This position serves as the primary point of contact for all FOIA requests received by the department, organizing, planning, and executing FOIA requests while ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines. The role reports to the Senior Assistant Chief Counsel and coordinates departmental responses to inquiries and appeals.
Key qualifications:
Four years of college, preferably in business or public administration One year of responsible administrative experience as a FOIA Officer for a state or federal agency, or one year reviewing and responding to Illinois Freedom of Information Act requests Intermediate skill in Microsoft Office Suite (preferred) Ability to travel with overnight stays as appropriate Successful completion of background check and self-disclosure of criminal history
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