Job Description
Salary: $79,297.34 - $107,051.41 Annually
Location : Crystal, MN
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: Crime Analyst 2024
Department: Police
Opening Date: 02/08/2024
Closing Date: 2/25/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description To collect, process, model, and analyze data in an accurate manner to assist department staff with operational strategies. Prepare, analyze, and share complex crime, intelligence, and management data and reports trends; using collected and analyzed data to assist internal and external stakeholders make informed decisions. Assures quality control of reporting procedures consistent with department policy and practices. Assist with special projects
Examples of Duties - Administers programs to collect, categorize, analyze, interpret, and distribute timely, accurate, and useful crime data for crime prevention purposes, reports, annual report, and inquiries for information and statistical reports.; identifies information gaps and future collection requirements.
- Develops databases, timelines, link charts, reports, bulletins, memos, maps, and graphs for analysis; extracts, verifies, and manages pertinent information; interprets, forecasts, and presents analysis and statistical findings.
- Works strategically to develop statistical data resources to assist in police investigations and identify crime patterns, crime trends, criminal organizations, suspects, and known and repeat offenders; develops data to assist with preventative enforcement and education; identifies crime series' and hotspots; researches arrestees' past offenses through multiple databases or other available sources to help establish a modus operandi (MO).
- Assists detectives in case development and resolution by synthesizing or integrating analysis of data or information to discover facts or developing knowledge or interpretations; and performs in accordance with guidelines, procedures, and laws.
- Analyzes crime trends and crime patterns using GIS to identify spatial crime patterns and plan targeted enforcement activities to assist in resource deployment.
- Performs data mining and proactively develops targets for further investigation.
- Performs data mining and intelligence gathering during in-progress and/or active police incidents, including SWAT/CNT incidents. Communicates intelligence to incident commanders, team leaders, and supervisors.
- Analyzes key performance indicators in order to advise the administration and Chief of Police on strategic and operational concerns.
- Provides information to key stakeholders and decision makers; responds to requests for information and statistical reports.
- Works on teams with other analysts, sworn personnel, and personnel from other agencies to provide analytical assistance, collect and disseminate intelligence, and share resources.
- Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies through networking with analysts from other departments to promote the concept of intelligence sharing.
- Engage in positive relationships and productive interactions with the police, fire, and other city departments, as well as the community.
- Remains current with research methodologies, police issues, and crime analysis best practices; recommends improvements in crime analysis practices.
- Coordinates, prepares, and presents current crime trends and patterns for presentation at City Council meetings, departmental command staff, and other law enforcement agencies and public audiences; and generates and distributes reports on findings to chief of police, executive staff, and investigators.
- Facilitates, attends, and participates in unit, departmental, and professional meetings.
- May work evening, weekends, and holidays.
- Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.
Typical Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, social science, or in a field of study with an emphasis on research or analysis, crime analysis, intelligence analysis and/or interpretation of law enforcement data.
- Three years of experience working with a wide variety of computer software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
- Ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive and effective working relationships.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must pass a psychological evaluation, background check and pre-employment drug screen.
DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE - Crime Analyst Certification.
- Six months or more of experience working as a crime, military, or government analyst.
- Member of Minnesota Association of Crime Intelligence Analysts
- One or more years of experience using a computer-based GIS systems.
- Experience in law enforcement.
- Experience with graphic presentation of data.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Communications : Must have the ability to actively listen to others for understanding of their needs and situations; ability to read, speak, and write English clearly. Must be able to assertively control conversations in order to quickly and accurately gather pertinent information and to be able to communicate this information professionally and precisely to the proper recipient. Be able to read and understand correspondence, memoranda and directives. The ability to write clear and concise reports. Skill in making both oral and demonstrative presentations. The ability to understand and execute instructions both in terms of content and intent.
Decision Making: Must act in a decisive manner, using good judgment. Must be able to assess problems and situations, able to anticipate needs and evaluate alternatives. Must be able to deal with emergency and stressful situations, to avoid over reaction, to maintain flexibility in adjusting to situations and procedures; to support and carry out directives. Must have a knowledge of the utilization of appropriate resources and the willingness to initiate use of available resources. Ability to understand and carry out complex directions. The ability to perform the job with a minimum of supervision.
Interpersonal Relationships : Must be consistent in dealing with people; must be sensitive to others' problems without direct involvement. Must exclude personal biases from work performance. Must have the ability to accept criticism and/or discipline. Must have tact and diplomacy. Must have the ability to work varying shifts or times. The ability to deal tactfully and cooperatively with both individuals and groups. Must have the ability to project a positive, enthusiastic image in public speaking engagements and when meeting with the general public; ability to multi-task and work independently with minimum supervision; ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other departments, outside agencies, and the general public.
Professional Attitude: Must have commitment to the organization, and the agencies the department serves; willingness to take initiative; dependability, maturity in relationships with others; and self confidence. Must represent the organization to other agencies and citizens with a courteous, helpful, accurate and business-like attitude in all radio, telephone, and other types of contact.
Technical Knowledge : Must have considerable knowledge of crime trends, law enforcement investigative practices, techniques, operational procedures, data analysis, criminal intelligence, and crime analysis; advanced knowledge of crime mapping and its relativity to police analytical needs; strong problem solving, quantitative and analytical abilities; advanced skill in researching individuals or groups using law enforcement and open source intelligence resources; ability to prepare complex statistical reports; ability to conduct intelligence analysis and prepare investigative reports and analytical charts or graphs which may display patterns, events, identities or activities of criminal groups and individuals. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and law enforcement technology database packages and other various computerized packages as assigned.
General Benefits Health/Dental/Life Insurance Coverage - Health, dental, and life insurance coverage is available to all regular employees.
Long Term/Short Term Disability - Long term and short term disability insurance is available to all regular employees.
Retirement Health Savings Plan (RHS) - Regular full-time and regular part-time employees are eligible for the RHS Plan. The City will contribute a set dollar amount per month. Employees who have a minimum balance of hours in their sick leave banks will also contribute a set number of days into their individual accounts.
PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) - PERA is mandatory for all government employees. The City contributes a set percentage and you contribute a set percentage of your gross income directly into PERA. For details on PERA, vesting and retirement, contact Finance or PERA at (651) 296-7460.
Vacation and Sick Leave - Upon your start date, you will accrue vacation and sick leave at the rate of 12 days per year (0-5 years of completed service). This is prorated for part-time employees according to hours worked. Each full time employee must expend a minimum of 80 hours of vacation each calendar year.
Holidays - The City has 12 paid holidays per year, two of which are personal/floating holiday.
Education Benefits - Employees may be eligible for a percentage of reimbursement of tuition up to a set amount on "work-related" courses, required fees and books upon completion and receipt of a grade of "C" or "satisfactory."
Deferred Compensation - This is a voluntary plan which allows employees to place a portion of their earnings into a 457 pretax deferred investment plan. This plan is subject to IRS Rulings.
Direct Deposit - The City requires direct deposit regarding payroll checks.
Flexible Benefit Plan(FSA) - This is a voluntary plan whereby a portion of your salary may be set aside to cover estimated health care costs and dependant daycare costs. This contribution is taken from gross wages and you must expend all the money you set aside or lose it. This plan is subject to IRS Rulings.
Employee Assistance Program - The City provides an employee assistance program for employees and their family members enrolled in the City's health insurance program.
Mileage Reimbursement - Personal automobile use for authorized trips, meetings, work, etc. will be reimbursed at the rate and consistent with IRS Regulations.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, social science, or in a field of study with an emphasis on research or analysis, crime analysis, intelligence analysis and/or interpretation of law enforcement data?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, please note the the degree you obtained.
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Do you have at least 3 years of experience working with a variety of computer software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint?
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Do you have the ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive and effective working relationships?
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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Do you have the ability to pass a psychological evaluation, background check and pre-employment drug screen?
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Do you have a Crime Analyst Certification?
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Do you have 6 months or more experience working as a crime, military or government analyst?
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Are you a member of the Minnesota Association of Crime Intelligence Analysts?
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Do you have 1 or more years of experience using a computer-based GIS system?
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Do you have experience with graphic presentation of data?
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Do you have experience in law enforcement?
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Please describe you law enforcement experience.
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This question is used to determine your status as a veteran under the Minnesota Veteran's Preference Statute 43A.1. To be eligible for veteran's preference points, you must: Be separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces in the U.S. after having served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or by reason of disability rated at 50% or more, incurred while serving on active duty, and be a citizen of the U.S. or resident alien; or be the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran or the spouse of a disabled veteran who, because of the disability, is not able to qualify; or have active military service certified under US Public Law 95-202. You are not required to supply this information, but we cannot award veteran's points without it. Note that the city is not required to award veteran's preference points to eligible candidates applying for Department Head or seasonal/temporary positions. Are you applying for veteran's preference points? If Yes, you must attach the appropriate documentation form(s) to this application or provide the City Human Resources Office with a copy within 5 calendar days after the deadline date for this position.
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If you answered "Yes" to the preceding question, please select the appropriate category that applies to you. Note that you must attach the appropriate documentation form(s) to this application or provide the City Human Resources Office with a copy within 5 calendar days after the deadline date for this position. Appropriate documentation is as follows: Veteran: You must attach your DD214 form to this application or provide the City Human Resources Office with a copy within 5 calendar days after the deadline date for this position. Disabled Veteran:You must attach your DD-214 form and FL-802 form (or equivalent letter from a service retirement board) to this application or provide the City Human Resources Office with a copy of all documents within 5 calendar days after the application deadline. Spouse of a disabled veteran who is unable to use the preference due to the disablity: You must attach your marriage certificate, spouse's form DD-214 and FL-802 form (or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board) to this application or provide the City Human Resources Office with a copy of all documents within 5 calendar days after the deadline date for this position. Widow of a deceased Veteran: You must attach your marriage certificate, spouse's form DD-214 and spouse's death certificate to this application or provide the City Human Resources Office with a copy of all documents within 5 calendar days after the deadline date for this position. Widow of deceased veteran who was disabled at time of death: You must attach your marriage certificate, spouse's form DD-214 and FL-802 and spouse's death certificate to this application or provide the City Human Resources Office with a copy of all documents within 5 calendar days after the deadline date for this position.
- Veteran
- Disabled Veteran
- Spouse of a Disabled Veteran
- Widow of a Deceased Veteran
- Widow of a Deceased Disabled Veteran
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