Analyst I - Missing Child Data Analytics

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) in Alexandria, VA seeks an Analyst I for the Missing Child & Data Analysis Team. You will support investigators by reviewing leads, analyzing data, and producing reports for case managers and law enforcement.

This role requires handling sensitive materials, careful judgment, and the ability to travel for conferences or training as needed. Monday–Friday, with potential after-hours duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
• Two years related work or internship experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Access and use NCIC/Nlets data after VCIN certification.
• Conduct searches of NCMEC databases, online resources, and public record databases for internal and external requests.
• Compile information, establish timelines, analyze findings, and write reports for case managers and law enforcement.
• Review inbound leads daily and alert case managers and law enforcement to promising leads.
• Identify trends, conduct analysis, and disseminate bi-monthly or bi-weekly summaries to law enforcement via email lists.

Skills

Analytical background

Criminal justice knowledge

Public records research

Data reporting

Communications

On-call availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) in Alexandria, VA seeks an Analyst I for the Missing Child & Data Analysis Team. You will support investigators by reviewing leads, analyzing data, and producing reports for case managers and law enforcement.

This role requires handling sensitive materials, careful judgment, and the ability to travel for conferences or training as needed. Monday–Friday, with potential after-hours duties.