Crime Analyst Jobs

08/19/2023 $51,522 - 82,430 USD Annually This civilian position performs professional and technical collection, management, and analysis of calls for service, crime reports, and other data to identify ongoing and emerging criminal trends, patterns, and other problems. The analyst will create reports to disseminate their work product and may assist in developing strategies to address issues identified by conducting objective reviews of implemented systems. Work will be performed with independent initiative and under the general supervision of a Police Lieutenant.

• Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6.5% City match
• May receive $2,500 in relocation assistance for candidates outside Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, or Manatee counties.
• Benefits also include 12 paid leave days and 24 hour full access to City fitness center. Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

• Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
• Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan
• Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture
• Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives

• Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance
• Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities

• Embraces emerging technology and productivity tools with a willingness to learn new skills
• Evaluates, prepares, and distributes intelligence bulletins, BOLOs, and other information as governed by statute and department policy to internal staff and external agencies as required
• Reviews and analyzes daily crime reports, arrest reports, field interview reports, and supplementary reports to determine methods of operation, trends, and possible suspects; assists, supports, and collaborates with enforcement personnel to solve or prevent crimes
• Creates reports and maps to illustrate crime patterns/trends and statistical findings
• Reads and reviews Uniform Crime Report (UCR)/National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) to ensure accuracy
• Identifies similarities among related offenses, revealing similarities, patterns, and characteristics of current crime problems
• Attends applicable meetings and training to stay current on industry trends and changes
• Effectively utilizes various law enforcement, criminal justice, and civilian databases and software
• Establishes and maintains liaisons and contacts with other law enforcement, governmental, and non-governmental organizations to facilitate the exchange of information among agencies and partnering organizations
• Responds to requests for statistical reports from citizens, businesses, and other law enforcement agencies
• Disseminates information to the proper division of the department and follows up with the division for evaluation and feedback
• Analyzes and evaluates criminal intelligence to predict the capabilities, intentions, and vulnerabilities of criminal groups and makes recommendations on mitigation/investigative strategies
• Provides investigative, analytical assistance as needed

• Supports honest and transparent decision-making
• Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments
• Openly exhibits a positive attitude in word and action and encourages others to do the same

• Valid Driver's License
• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Police Administration, Statistics, Public Administration, or Research Methods and one (1) year of experience as a crime analyst; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Experience with reporting systems such as Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program and National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) is preferred
• Experience with programming and software applications such as SQL, Python, Police CAD, Police RMS (Central Square, One Solution, Hexagon), as well as SSRS, Power BI, and Crystal Reports, is preferred

• Knowledge of SQL, Python, or other programming language
• Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with others is essential
• Skill in the use of personal computers and databases, word processing, GIS mapping, intelligence, and spreadsheet software programs
• Must possess analytical skills, have a sound knowledge of police operations and training in criminal behavior, research methods, and statistical techniques
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local law enforcement agency and interagency capabilities, investigative methodologies, and authorities, as well as open source, cyber and social media exploitation methodologies
• Must be able to communicate well orally and in writing and be able to present data to all levels of the department