Crime Analyst 2

Surrey Police Service; Headquarters; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental coverage

Municipal Pension Plan

Professional development

Job summary

Surrey Police Service (SPS) invites applications for a Term Full Time Crime Analyst 2. The role reports to the Criminal Analysis Manager and provides specialized research using advanced methods to support investigations, programs, and crime-reduction strategies.

Independence in judgment is required, and the position begins in November 2026 for about 12 months, with possible extension. The on-site role spans statistical, tactical and strategic analysis, develops intelligence, and delivers

Qualifications

• University degree in a related discipline with coursework in applied research and statistics.
• Specialty analytic training certificate.
• Minimum of five years related experience.
• All applicants must obtain and maintain police security clearance including polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Reviews police occurrence files to determine immediate crime problems and patterns of criminal activity.
• Prepares suspect and victim profiles, lists, maps, and other representations of criminal activity.
• Evaluates and validates intelligence information from sources.
• Develops and maintains comprehensive files, records and documentation.
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with staff and external agencies.
• Assists in design and planning of projects related to investigations.
• Determines research methodologies for each project.
• Monitors emerging crime trends and assesses future risks.
• Prepares reports and recommendations for crime strategies.
• Provides statistical information and crime analysis to management.
• Provides guidance on crime analysis to members and outside agencies.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Crime analysis

Research methods

Data visualization

Communication skills

Education

University degree in related discipline

Analytic training certificate

Tools

Police information systems

Job description

09-04-2026

Term FullTime, up to 12 months

Surrey PoliceService (SPS) is Surrey's new municipal police agency. On November 29, 2024,SPS became the police of jurisdiction, and assumed responsibility and commandfor policing and law enforcement in Surrey. SPS is working to redefine policingwith innovative new approaches and community-based solutions. It’s an excitingtime as SPS continues to expand our team with talented people who want to helpshape the future of policing in Surrey. To date we’ve hired over 550 policeofficers and over 450 civilian support staff and will grow to be one of thelargest independent police services in Canada. Since day one, SPS has beenintentional about building a culture that is inclusive, respectful andsupportive, with a strong focus on employee wellness and career development.

POSITION OVERVIEW

SurreyPolice Service (SPS) has an exciting opportunity for a Term Full Time CrimeAnalyst 2 position. Reporting to the Criminal Analysis Manager, the incumbentprovides specialized research work involving the application of researchtechniques to support highly complex criminal investigative activities,operational programs, and crime reduction strategies. The incumbent providesstatistical, tactical, and strategic crime analysis services and intelligenceinformation to management. Considerable independence of judgment is exercised. The position is anticipated to begin inNovember 2026 and continue for approximately 12 months . The duration of the term may be shortened orextended based on operational needs.

Schedule / Hours of Work

Thisis an on-site position and the anticipated schedule for this position is7.5 hours per day and 37.5 hours per week. Please note, the hours are subjectto change based on operational needs and adherence to the Collective Agreement.

• Reviewspolice occurrence files to determine immediate crime problems and patterns ofcriminal activity.
• Preparessuspect and victim profiles, suspect lists, maps, and other graphicrepresentations of criminal activity.
• Evaluatesand validates intelligence information gathered from various sources.
• Developsand maintains comprehensive files, records, and documentation.
• Establishesand maintains working relationships with staff and external agencies.
• Assistsin the design and planning of projects relative to specific developments ordetailed investigations.
• Determineswhich research methodologies are to be utilized for each project.
• Participateson project teams to monitor and identify the nature and scope of emerging andpersistent crime problems, trends, socio-economic or demographic factorsrelated to the problem and assess the probability of future crime problems andtrends.
• Preparesreports and recommendations for implementing strategies to address identifiedproblems and trends. Provides statistical information and crime analysis.
• Providesadvice and assistance on crime analysis and research to members and outsideagencies.
• Providestraining to members, staff and external agencies on methods and techniques ofcompilation of data.
• Deliverspresentations, briefings, and situation reports on crime trends and relatedmatters.
• Providesongoing recommendations in regard to policies, procedures, and operations.
• Keepsabreast of developments in the field of crime analysis.
• Providescourt testimony as required.
• Operatesvarious Surrey Police Service (SPS) operational computer systems.
• Assistsother staff in performing their duties.
• Performsother job-related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completionof a university degree in a related discipline including coursework in appliedresearch and statistics.
• Completionof a specialty analytic training certificate.
• Minimumof five years related experience.
• Anequivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Allapplicants must obtain and maintain the required police security clearancethroughouttheir employment with SPS, which includesa mandatory polygraph examination.

BENEFITS &COMPENSATION

SurreyPolice Service offers a comprehensive benefits package, including extendedhealth and dental coverage, a defined benefit pension through the MunicipalPension Plan (after 12 months), generous vacation entitlements, and ongoingprofessional development. Employees also benefit from short-term disabilitycoverage, travel and life insurance, discounted access to City of Surreyrecreation facilities, and a dedicated Employee Services team providingpersonal and family support. With a strong focus on well-being, career growth,and work-life balance, SPS is committed to fostering a supportive and rewardingworkplace. Note – The aforementioned benefits only apply to eligible temporaryfull-time (greater than six months) positions within SPS.

• This is a unionized position, representedby CUPE 402.
• The compensation range is $51.52to $58.40 per hour (pay grade 29B) based on 2024 rates.

This posting will remain open until 11:55pm on September 4, 2026; however, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Thank you foryour interest in working with SPS. We pride ourselves on hiring members thatmodel the mission, vision, and values of SPS through unquestioned integrity andsustaining a visible, credible, inclusive, and respected profile.