Title: FOIA Coordinator

State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: $50,000 - $57,000 annually, Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Labor and Industry

Location: Dept of Labor and Industry

Agency Website: www.doli.virginia.gov 

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) is seeking a mission-driven professional to join our team as a FOIA Coordinator. In this role, you will support DOLI’s responsibilities under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This position is a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful work that supports transparency, accountability, and workplace safety across the Commonwealth.

Why Join DOLI?

This position offers a valuable opportunity to develop subject-matter expertise in FOIA law and contribute to the mission of protecting worker safety across Virginia. You'll be joining a team committed to excellence, service, and the advancement of public trust. As a FOIA Coordinator, you will serve as the agency’s primary designated point of contact responsible for managing DOLI’s compliance with FOIA.

Why State Government?

As an Employer of Choice, the Commonwealth of Virginia offers a comprehensive total compensation package to include health benefits, paid leave, and flexible work schedules. The following benefits are available to classified employees:
• Vacation and Other Leave
• 15 Paid Holidays
• Health Benefits
• Sickness and Disability Program
• Deferred Compensation with Cash Match
• Group, Optional Life, and Long-term Care Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Retirement Plans
• State Employee Resources

Additional information relating to the benefits available to eligible state employees can be found online at: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits. 

Total Compensation:

The Commonwealth of Virginia offers a competitive total compensation package valued at approximately $82,376 annually for a position with a base salary of $57,000. This includes state-funded retirement contributions under the VRS Hybrid Plan, comprehensive health and insurance benefits, and 15 paid holidays each year.

Estimated Total Compensation Value: ~ $82,376 annually

What you will do as FOIA Coordinator:

• Interpret laws and apply complex exemptions to various record types.
• Process and track FOIA requests received by DOLI.
• Prepare timely, accurate, and legally compliant responses to requests.
• Assist with records searches and reviews, including redacting agency records in compliance with FOIA, VOSH laws and administrative regulations, and agency policies.
• Handle multiple complex requests independently while meeting strict legal deadlines.
• Communicate regularly with external stakeholders – including attorneys, government officials, and the public.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged agency information.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience interpreting and applying legal guidelines and regulations
• Experience handling complex administrative tasks, records management, or legal compliance
• Experience using software to identify and redact sensitive information
• Exceptional writing skills required to draft precise legal response letters and explain policy to the public

Additional Considerations

• Demonstrated experience and understanding of specific laws and relevant exemptions pertaining to Virginia Freedom of Information Act
• Paralegal certification or training is preferred

Special Requirements:

• The selected candidate must pass a criminal background investigation, and successfully serve a 12-month probationary period effective from the date of employment if beginning employment as an original hire or re-employment.

Special Instructions:

This is a continuous recruitment – open until filled. The opening date for this recruitment is May 1, 2026. Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this recruitment may be closed at any time.

To apply, you must submit a completed State of Virginia Application for Employment at www.jobs.virginia.gov. A resume can be attached within the state application. The application and/or resume must be completed in a comprehensive manner and reference all pertinent knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as any training and experience that relates to the position. You must also provide your education on your state application. Interview candidates may be required to demonstrate the skills and abilities necessary for satisfactory performance of work. Mailed, faxed, or e-mailed applications and/or resumes will not be accepted or considered.

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., Lawful Permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the United States.

The Department of Labor & Industry is committed to the goal of equal employment opportunity, with the intention that every employee and applicant for employment shall have an equal opportunity to be judged on the basis of their fitness and merit to participate in the terms, conditions, privileges, and benefits of employment. All candidates are afforded opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.

DOLI Talent Management & Communications will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed when applying online, please contact DOLI at hr@doli.virginia.gov. 

Contact Information

Name: Talent Management & Communications

Phone: No Phone Calls

Email: hr@doli.virginia.gov 

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.