Crime Analyst
Date Adopted by City Manager
12/01/02
Comp. Code
8810
Management
Exempt
Job Title:
Crime Analyst
Definition
Under general direction, to collect, analyze, prepare and disseminate information regarding criminal activity and to perform other technical, analytical, administrative and related work in the Police Department as assigned.
Typical Duties
Plan, coordinate, supervise and participate in the daily operations of the Crime Analysis Unit; develop and maintain manual and automated crime information systems; collect and analyze data on crime occurrences; develop reports on trends, series and patterns of criminal activity; present reports to Police Department Staff; assist in the coordination of Police activities with other City Departments and outside agencies; prepare and answer routine correspondence; may be required to input crime data into Unit computer system; work independently to perform a variety of technical and routine administrative work.
Tools and Equipment Used
Requires frequent use of personal computer, including word processing, database and spreadsheet programs; calculator, telephone, copy and fax machines.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate quiet.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of
Principles of data collection, analysis and evaluation methodology; automated (computer) analysis systems; oral and written presentation techniques; research evaluation, methodology and statistics; police operations and procedures.
Ability to
Deal tactfully and effectively with the public; understand written and oral instructions; write clear and accurate reports; operate radio, telephone, and Computer-Aided Dispatch equipment; learn basic computer skills, including word processing; work effectively without direct supervision; analyze situations and take effective action.
Experience
Two years of experience in the collection, analysis and presentation of complex crime data in a law enforcement setting.
Education
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminology, administration of justice, public administration, behavioral science or related field with course work in statistical analysis. An Associate's Degree in the above field and four years of experience in the collection, analysis and presentation of complex crime date in a law enforcement setting may be substituted for the required education and experience.
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver License.