Crime Analyst – Intelligence

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Thunder Bay Police Service is accepting applications for a Crime Analyst – Intelligence. This role collects, analyzes and collates information—primarily on drugs, guns and gangs and emerging trends—from a variety of internal and external data sources to support intelligence-led investigations.

You will use graphics, charts and link analysis to illustrate findings, prepare requests, develop presentations for TBPS and partner agencies, and work with the CISO District 1 Liaison Officer to

Qualifications

• Collect, analyze and collate information, primarily in relation to drugs, guns and gangs and related topics and emerging trends from a variety of internal and external data sources.
• Examine and synthesize information using graphics, diagrams, charts, timelines, link analysis, statistics, and reports, to illustrate findings and to conduct predictive modeling.
• Select and use pertinent technology and appropriate software to contribute to Intelligence led investigations that support investigators throughout the life cycle of an investigation.
• Research and prepare information requests by extracting relevant data to compile statistics in response to requests from police personnel, law enforcement agencies, partner agencies and external stakeholders.
• Identify and monitor people of interest and crime groups engaging in criminality and maintain extensive profiles for current and future investigations and projects.
• Monitor social media platforms and online presence for those events and activities that may pose threat or risk to the police service or community and provide assessments.
• Create and maintain relevant databases and electronic files and apply appropriate protection to safeguard information and control access.
• Develop presentations and present subject matter to members of the Thunder Bay Police Service and partnered law enforcement agencies.
• Determine best method to disseminate information in an efficient, effective and secure manner while adhering to applicable guidelines some of which include Freedom of Information, Youth Justice Act, and Memorandum(s) of Understanding, etc.
• Author analytical reports on behalf of the Thunder Bay Police Service that may be subject to publication, and consider the scope of demographics, economic, social and political dimensions, to report on trends and/or forecast themes.
• Work directly with the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario (CISO) District 1 Liaison Officer to fulfill all directives issued by CISO, such as initiating and submitting the Provincial Threat Assessment (PTA) on behalf of TBPS, weekly reporting, data collection, and issues impacting the province.
• Represent the Thunder Bay Police Service when participating in meetings, briefings, working groups, training and conferences with law enforcement personnel, government agencies, and external stakeholders, to coordinate and collaborate on intelligence investigations.
• Act as point of contact and liaise with investigative agencies at the municipal, provincial, and national levels, to develop expertise, to access intelligence and to exchange information and findings on crime groups, organized crime, and crime trends.
• Assist the Intelligence Administrative Assistant as required to meet the operational needs of the unit.
• All other duties as assigned within the core competencies.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze and collate information, primarily in relation to drugs, guns and gangs and related topics and emerging trends from a variety of internal and external data sources.
• Examine and synthesize information using graphics, diagrams, charts, timelines, link analysis, statistics, and reports, to illustrate findings and to conduct predictive modeling.
• Select and use pertinent technology and appropriate software to contribute to Intelligence led investigations that support investigators throughout the life cycle of an investigation.
• Research and prepare information requests by extracting relevant data to compile statistics in response to requests from police personnel, law enforcement agencies, partner agencies and external stakeholders.
• Identify and monitor people of interest and crime groups engaging in criminality and maintain extensive profiles for current and future investigations and projects.
• Monitor social media platforms and online presence for those events and activities that may pose threat or risk to the police service or community and provide assessments.
• Create and maintain relevant databases and electronic files and apply appropriate protection to safeguard information and control access.
• Develop presentations and present subject matter to members of the Thunder Bay Police Service and partnered law enforcement agencies.
• Determine best method to disseminate information in an efficient, effective and secure manner while adhering to applicable guidelines some of which include Freedom of Information, Youth Justice Act, and Memorandum(s) of Understanding, etc.
• Author analytical reports on behalf of the Thunder Bay Police Service that may be subject to publication, and consider the scope of demographics, economic, social and political dimensions, to report on trends and/or forecast themes.
• Work directly with the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario (CISO) District 1 Liaison Officer to fulfill all directives issued by CISO, such as initiating and submitting the Provincial Threat Assessment (PTA) on behalf of TBPS, weekly reporting, data collection, and issues impacting the province.
• Represent the Thunder Bay Police Service when participating in meetings, briefings, working groups, training and conferences with law enforcement personnel, government agencies, and external stakeholders, to coordinate and collaborate on intelligence investigations.
• Act as point of contact and liaise with investigative agencies at the municipal, provincial, and national levels, to develop expertise, to access intelligence and to exchange information and findings on crime groups, organized crime, and crime trends.
• Assist the Intelligence Administrative Assistant as required to meet the operational needs of the unit.
• All other duties as assigned within the core competencies.

Job description

The Thunder Bay Police Service values diversity and supports inclusion as an equal opportunity employer. The Thunder Bay Police Service is dedicated to developing and promoting professionally skilled employees who reflect the community we serve.

We are currently accepting applications for a Crime Analyst – Intelligence and encourage all candidates who are seeking a rewarding career, who value diversity and are committed to providing our community with exceptional service to apply.

COMPETITION #:51-2026
POSITION: Crime Analyst – Intelligence
DURATION: 1 Permanent Full-Time
PAY SCALE: $77,658.19 to $92,845.80
DEADLINE TO APPLY: September 3, 2026, at 4:00pm

• Collect, analyze and collate information, primarily in relation to drugs, guns and gangs and related topics and emerging trends from a variety of internal and external data sources.
• Examine and synthesize information using graphics, diagrams, charts, timelines, link analysis, statistics, and reports, to illustrate findings and to conduct predictive modeling.
• Select and use pertinent technology and appropriate software to contribute to Intelligence led investigations that support investigators throughout the life cycle of an investigation.
• Research and prepare information requests by extracting relevant data to compile statistics in response to requests from police personnel, law enforcement agencies, partner agencies and external stakeholders.
• Identify and monitor people of interest and crime groups engaging in criminality and maintain extensive profiles for current and future investigations and projects.
• Monitor social media platforms and online presence for those events and activities that may pose threat or risk to the police service or community and provide assessments.
• Create and maintain relevant databases and electronic files and apply appropriate protection to safeguard information and control access.
• Develop presentations and present subject matter to members of the Thunder Bay Police Service and partnered law enforcement agencies.
• Determine best method to disseminate information in an efficient, effective and secure manner while adhering to applicable guidelines some of which include Freedom of Information, Youth Justice Act, and Memorandum(s) of Understanding, etc.
• Author analytical reports on behalf of the Thunder Bay Police Service that may be subject to publication, and consider the scope of demographics, economic, social and political dimensions, to report on trends and/or forecast themes.
• Work directly with the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario (CISO) District 1 Liaison Officer to fulfill all directives issued by CISO, such as initiating and submitting the Provincial Threat Assessment (PTA) on behalf of TBPS, weekly reporting, data collection, and issues impacting the province.
• Represent the Thunder Bay Police Service when participating in meetings, briefings, working groups, training and conferences with law enforcement personnel, government agencies, and external stakeholders, to coordinate and collaborate on intelligence investigations.
• Act as point of contact and liaise with investigative agencies at the municipal, provincial, and national levels, to develop expertise, to access intelligence and to exchange information and findings on crime groups, organized crime, and crime trends.
• Assist the Intelligence Administrative Assistant as required to meet the operational needs of the unit.
• All other duties as assigned within the core competencies.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage diversity in our workplace. Accommodation is available for applicants with a disability.

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.