Application Deadline: March 12, 2025, by 5:00PM EST.

To Apply: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. USE THE FOLLOWING URL TO APPLY ONLINE: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlottesville/jobs/4837831/foi…

The City's FOIA and Public Records Officer manages and coordinates the City’s compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Virginia Public Records Act (VPRA), and related laws and regulations. Serves as primary point of contact for FOIA requests and ensures City meets its legal obligations to provide timely and accurate responses. Provides overall records management coordination for the City departments, serving as a liaison to the Library of Virginia (LVA) and providing guidance to City staff. Work is performed under general supervision and reports to the City Attorney.

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $68,298.24 - $87,502.61 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

-For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.

-The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system which offers both a defined benefit and a defined contribution option. While the City does not participate in VRS, the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

Education and Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree AND at least 2 years of experience in a related field such as government compliance, records retention, or legal support including demonstrated knowledge of Freedom of Information and records management principles. OR Associate’s degree AND at least 4 years of experience in a related field such as government compliance, records retention, or legal support, including demonstrated knowledge of Freedom of Information and records management principles. OR High School Diploma or GED AND at least 6 years of experience in a related field such as government compliance, records retention, or legal support, including demonstrated knowledge of Freedom of Information and records management principles. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements:
-Must become registered as FOIA Officer with the Virginia FOIA Council.
-Must become registered as Records Officer with the Library of Virginia.
-Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug screen.