FOIA and Privacy Lawyer

What the job is The Commodity Futures Trading Commission in Washington, District of Columbia is looking for a lawyer to handle legal matters related to privacy and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). You will work in the Office of the General Counsel, helping the agency follow privacy and FOIA laws.

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What you will do - Give legal advice on privacy and FOIA issues to make sure the agency follows the law. - Write, review, and advise on rules, policies, and laws related to privacy and FOIA. - Create and update privacy documents like notices, policies, and statements. - Watch for changes in privacy and FOIA laws and update agency policies as needed. - Train employees and leaders on privacy and FOIA requirements. - Check privacy risks for new data collections, technologies, or processes. - Process FOIA and Privacy Act requests, including reviewing records and making release decisions. - Prepare reports for government bodies like the Office of Management and Budget and Congress.

What you need - Strong knowledge of privacy and FOIA laws. - Ability to think critically and solve problems. - Good ethics and integrity. - Experience in legal compliance and enforcement.

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What you will get - A salary between $128,138 and $223,819 per year.

Job Details

Date Posted

02 Oct 2026

Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Expiration Date

16 Oct 2026

Gender

Any

Employment Type

Full-time

Salary

$128,138 – $223,819

Hiring Company

Commodity Futures Trading Commission

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