Crime Analyst

City of Aurora; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 70,080 - 87,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation package

Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan

Access to innovation workspaces

On-site fitness center

Job summary

The City of Aurora is seeking a dedicated Crime Analyst to analyze crime trends and support law enforcement in the identification and apprehension of offenders. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic and growing government environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in data analysis and crime statistics, and possess a strong foundation in criminal justice education.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a research or crime analyst.
• Knowledge of crime analysis and police department practices.

Responsibilities

• Identifies crime patterns and trends to assist police in apprehension.
• Analyzes crime data to make recommendations and forecasts.
• Produces visual presentation aids for law enforcement meetings.

Skills

Tactical analytical skills

Data analysis

Effective communication

Microsoft Office skills

GIS mapping software

Education

Associate degree in Criminal Justice

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice (preferred)

Tools

SQL

Intelligence software (I2)

Microsoft Access

Job description

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JOB LOCATION

6 N Abilene St Aurora, Colorado 80011-8741

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces
  
  

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Hiring Salary for this position is $70,080 - $87,600 annually.

The deadline to submit applications is August 13th, 2025. Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine a qualified pool of applicants exists, this position may be closed without notice.

The Crime Analyst identifies crime patterns and trends, identify, collect, collect, and evaluate case information and intelligence in order to conduct research that assist police with the apprehension of offenders, clearance of cases, and suppression or prevention of further criminal activity.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports a highly motivated district that requires periods of high demands, and meeting deadlines
• Conducts research on district crime
• Analyzes and interprets crime data and applies statistical methodologies to identify trends, patterns, and series
• Makes recommendations, projections, and forecasts based on research and analysis
• Conducts intelligence analysis to identify players, associates, and associations
• Produces visual presentation aids and participates in internal and external law enforcement problem solving strategy meetings
• Monitors criminal activity to determine suppression and /or displacement of crime
• Responds to inter and intradepartmental requests for information and disseminates products accordingly
• Extracts data from a variety of computer systems
• Prepares detailed statistical reports and research findings
• Performs additional duties as assigned
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or directly related field with courses in research, statistics, and crime analysis
  
  

Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience as a research or crime analyst
  
  

Licenses And Certifications:

• None
  
  

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or directly related field
• Three (3) years of experience as a research or crime analyst
  
  

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of tactical analytical skills; and crime analysis and criminal justice functions related to police department practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with intelligence software such as I2
• Knowledge of database querying software such as SQL preferred
• Knowledge of Open Source Intelligence such as, but not limited to Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram
  
  

Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Make presentations and accurately analyze data
  
  

Skills:

• Skill in the use of personal computers and databases, Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• GIS mapping software and intelligence software
  
  

Essential Personnel:

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary physical work requiring ability to lift 10 pounds with or without assistance
• Occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing
• Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate office equipment
• Vision for reading, recording, and interpreting information
• Frequent speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens
  
  

Work Environment:

• Essential duties performed primarily in an indoor office, public area setting
  
  

Equipment Used:

• Frequently uses computer keyboard and telephone, fax machines, copiers and microfilm equipment
• This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment
  
  

For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, And Employment References:

As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.

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  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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