Command Privacy Act / FOIA Coordinator
Please note : This position is contingent upon the award of a contract. We will provide updates on the status of the contract and next steps during the hiring process.
Minimum Qualifications Summary
Certification & Education
- Must possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas.
- Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements available under the OPNAVINST 2201.4, DoD Instruction 8523.01 and Air Force Manual 17-1301.
- Must possess a SECRET Security Clearance
Experience Required
Must have strong writing, analytical, and reading skills, as well as the ability to effectively communicateMinimum of two years' experience working with PII, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) services, and telecommunications protocol for the United States Department of DefenseFive years' military experienceJob Objective
Under a five-year contract, the Command Privacy Act / FOIA Coordinator will support the United States Marine Corps Forces, Central Command (MARCENT) and subordinate commands. The scope of the requirement includes professional services for MARCENT located aboard MacDill Air Force Base (AFB), Florida, which serves as a Component Command to U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM). Specifically, the Command Privacy Act / FOIA Coordinator will support the Manpower Directorate (G-1) within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS). The G-1 performs analysis of manpower requirements to support operations. Additionally, the G-1 advises and assists the Commander in matters relating to personnel operations, management, policy, administration, awards, correspondence, travel management, the Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) Program, and administrative support to all Marines stationed at MacDill AFB as well as individual augments in the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).
Responsibilities
Provide Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) services to MARCENTPrepare documents for release or denial under the requirements of the FOIAComplete redactions under both the FOIA and the Privacy Act. Some documents will necessitate coordination with internal staff, outside agencies, law enforcement agencies, and the publicSupport the FOIA Requester Service Center for MARCENT and subordinate commandsBe prepared to process at least 50 FOIA requests, annuallyEnsure full compliance by MARCENT and subordinate commands with DON FOIA policy and guidanceIf needed and not available through FOIA online, collect and compile command and feeder reports, and submit consolidated annual FOIA reports to the Navy FOIA Program Manager and Marine Corps FOIA Program ManagerMaintain and update listings of subordinate command and activity FOIA coordinators, including full name, address, and telephone (office and fax) on their public websitesConduct annual staff assistance visits, reviews, or self-evaluations within the command and lower echelon commands to assist the OCIO in ensuring FOIA complianceEnsure the full participation of MARCENT and MARCENT subordinate commands in FOIA onlineProvide all input to FOIA online necessary to ensure complete tracking and data availability for all mandated FOIA reportsEnter all requests into FOIA online, within two hours of receiptPromptly complete all pertinent fields on FOIA online, including fees, whether perfected, dispositions, exemptions, and appellate authority, as applicableAdd comments to FOIA online with sufficient detail to ensure up-to-date progress trackingUpload to FOIA online all response lettersClose all cases within 2 business days, when processing is completeWhen appropriate, promptly refer all cases within FOIA online to other activities that are served by FOIA onlinePost responsive documents provided to requesters on FOIA online and other websites, as appropriateEnsure all MARCENT directorates and MARCENT subordinate commands provide links on their websites to the FOIA webpagesEnsure that all Directorates appoint PACs in writingIdentify at least one records manager (person responsible for maintaining or collecting PII) within each Directorate sectionComplete System of Records Notice (SORN) training annuallyEnsure all information collected is necessary to accomplish a mission, and that the information is accurate, timely, relevant, and completeMaintain liaison with all officials in the Command who maintain PIIReview internal directives, practices, procedures and forms for conformity with the Privacy ActSupervise establishment, amendment, alteration or deletion of a SORNSupervise distribution of PII in cases of first-party requests for informationObtain reasonable verification of the individual's identity when such a request is madeCarefully screen all materials for such complianceStrictly enforce telecommunications protocolEducation & Certification
Must possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas.Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements available under the OPNAVINST 2201.4, DoD Instruction 8523.01 and Air Force Manual 17-1301.Security Clearance
Must possess a SECRET Security ClearanceWork Location
MARCENT, MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, FloridaTravel : Contractor personnel must support the projected travel in support of government requirements to MARCENT AOR and supporting locations, which includes but not limited to the following countries : Bahrain, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Israel, Afghanistan, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Djibouti, Cyprus, Turkey, Italy, and Greece. The ideal candidate will be available for travel on less than 24 hours-notice to support personnel recovery and training for forward deployed forces. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to execute OCONUS travel throughout the Central Command (CENTCOM) AOR.About Lukos
Lukos has been delivering professional services to the Federal Government for 15 years. We help a variety of federal agencies in areas such as national security, homeland security, international development, training, analytics, healthcare, and other professional services. Since our founding, we have grown to support all military services and multiple federal civilian agencies.
About Our Name : Lukos is ancient Greek for "wolf". The characteristics of the wolf match our approach to national security. The wolf is known for cunning, aggression, patience, and teamwork. An individual wolf is smart, strong, and resilient, but the true strength of wolves is their ability to work together as a wolfpack. Kipling said it best in The Law of the Jungle.
For the strength of the pack is the wolf, and the strength of the wolf is the pack."
At Lukos we take care of our pack by offering full time employees competitive benefits to include : medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off and Federal holidays.
Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin.
