Trial Attorney (FOIA/PA)

As a Trial Attorney in the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) / Privacy Act (PA) Act Unit, the incumbent will: Assist the Unit Chief, Deputy Chief, and other Unit supervisors in the processing of Division records requested pursuant to the FOIA or the PA, and ensure that the searches and processing are conducted in accordance with the applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Assist in preparation of pleadings and in the defense of the Criminal Division in litigation brought under the FOIA/PA. Plan and assign work to subordinates, evaluate work performance, provide advice and instruction to staff, make recommendations to the Unit supervisors on training needs, and provide technical direction to staff when needed. Review Division records located as a result of FOIA or PA requests and have first-line responsibility for determining whether these records should be released in full, in part, or withheld. Recommend whether or not a document should be classified or declassified in