Crime Analyst

City of Grande Prairie; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grande Prairie is seeking a Crime Analyst to join the Policing Support Services Department. You will analyze crime patterns, forecast trends, and prepare information and recommendations to support patrol deployment and investigations.

Reporting to the Director, you will maintain confidentiality, collaborate with diverse teams, and communicate analytical findings to internal stakeholders while upholding high ethical standards and public service values.

Qualifications

• Degree in Criminology or related social sciences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience researching, writing and analyzing.
• Policing policies and procedures knowledge is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Determine data collection strategies and develop intelligence products.
• Identify trends, patterns and gaps to guide investigations and priorities.
• Provide expert analysis and testimony for complex investigations in court.
• Establish a network of internal and external contacts for information sharing.
• Communicate analytical findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Consulting

Diagnostic Information Gathering

Presentation Ability

Research Ability

Problem Solving

Initiative & Being Action Oriented

Working Effectively With Others

Adaptability

Dependability

Innovation

Judgement

Resiliency

Stress Management

Education

Criminology degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Organization

City of Grande Prairie

Region

Alberta

Application Deadline

Aug 28, 2026

Type

Full-time

Category

Police services

Full Description

The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play.

Position Overview

Our Policing Support Services Department is looking for a dedicated Crime Analyst to join the team.

Position Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of the Policing Support Services Department and collaborating closely with police officers, you will be responsible for preparing, analyzing, and disseminating information and recommendations related to both emerging and ongoing crime patterns and trends, with the aim of forecasting future crime incidents. You must demonstrate the ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with diverse individuals and teams. Additionally, you will support criminal investigations to enhance patrol deployment, reduce crime, and assist in the apprehension of suspects.

As a Crime Analyst You Will Be Responsible For

• Determining, designing and developing data collection strategies, techniques and methods used in the intelligence process by researching, evaluating, interpreting, and analyzing information to identify criminal trends and patterns and to develop tactical, operational and strategic intelligence products.
• Identifying and/or illustrating associations, criminal trends, patterns, series and behaviours and locating intelligence gaps to influence and guide in setting operational priorities, resource allocation and direction to the investigation team leaders and management and contribute to the implementation of crime reduction strategies.
• Providing expert advice on complex criminal investigations, assessing intelligence and providing tactical, operational and strategic analysis for judicial purposes, including providing expert witness testimony in court.
• Establishing a network of internal and external contacts in identifying criminal trends, exchanging information and criminal intelligence.
• Communicating analytical findings.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

• A degree in Criminology or a related social sciences field of study

Experience

• Using office technology, software and applications (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Researching, writing and analyzing
• Working with policing policies and procedures would be considered an asset

In addition, you should have proficiency in the following competencies:

• Communication
• Consulting
• Diagnostic Information Gathering
• Presentation Ability
• Research Ability
• Problem Solving
• Initiative & Being Action Oriented
• Working Effectively With Others
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Innovation
• Judgement
• Resiliency
• Stress Management

Please Note

• Applicants will be required to complete and pass a practical exam relevant to the duties of a Crime Analyst.
• An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
• Preference may be given to candidates who currently possess a RCMP Security Clearance.

Compensation

Salary & Benefits

Starting Salary $45.21 - $58.43 per hour as per the Out-of-Scope Agreement.

Hours

The standard workweek consists of an average of 37.5 hours, with the specific schedule being determined by the immediate supervisor.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package. What We Offer | City of Grande Prairie (cityofgp.com)

Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Grande Prairie is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individuals with unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome, support, respect and value all members of the community.

Note:

After submitting your application and uploading your resume, you should expect to receive an email confirmation indicating that your application for this position has been successfully submitted. If you receive this email, there is no need for any additional contact with us regarding this position.

Contact

Email: [e-mail]