Crime Analyst

Crime Analyst Job Summary

This role is responsible for supporting law enforcement efforts by analyzing crime patterns, identifying suspects, and providing real-time intelligence to aid in crime prevention and investigations. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced office environment, monitoring multiple sources simultaneously, comprehending information quickly, and communicating effectively with law enforcement officers and dispatchers.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize information gathered by officers to establish crime patterns and methods, aiding in the identification of subjects.
• Monitor active calls for service and provide real-time crime and intelligence information.
• Relay potential hazards to law enforcement officers and maintain statistics and daily production logs.
• Assist patrol and investigative units with calls for service and monitor threats to schools, providing immediate notification regarding active assailants or threats.
• Attend trainings and briefings to stay updated on relevant procedures and protocols.
• Utilize a variety of databases and social media platforms for investigative purposes.
• Monitor criminal offenders and communicate via portable radio with law enforcement officers and the Emergency Communications Center.
• Monitor crime tips and assist in identifying suspicious criminal activity.
• Operate and monitor internal and external surveillance cameras and state-of-the-art surveillance programs.
• Ensure all components of the real-time crime center surveillance equipment are operating according to expected standards and protocols.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess a thorough, working knowledge of established city and department policies and procedures. They will also have the ability to respond to inquiries from the public, businesses, community groups, and media outlets regarding crime activity, trends, and patterns. Additionally, they must be able to conduct complex analytical and statistical analysis processes, possess analytical writing skills, and have advanced computer literacy skills.