Crime Analyst

Le Moyne College; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) match

Tuition coverage

Health insurance

HSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Voluntary benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Le Moyne College crime analysts will work on-site at the Syracuse Police Department Crime Analysis Center to track and reduce Part I Crime. You will collect and analyze data, prepare reports, and provide support to law enforcement.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field, with 0–1 year of experience and strong communication skills; evening/weekend shifts may be required. Equal opportunity employer with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, public administration, or related field.
• 0-1 year experience in criminology, criminal justice research, or policy.
• Strong written and verbal communication; liaison with police and agencies.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice process.
• Basic social science research methods and analysis interpretation.
• Experience with databases, spreadsheets, statistics, and GIS is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and analytical tasks.
• Collect, validate, interpret, and analyze data and trends.
• Conduct statistical, spatial, and qualitative analyses with standard packages.
• Handle moderately complex assignments with some supervision and independence.
• Prepare and deliver analytic reports; may testify in court.
• Provide crime analysis support to law enforcement as needed.
• Other duties as assigned; flexibility for evening/weekend shifts.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Statistical analysis

Spatial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheets

GIS

Job description

About Le Moyne College:

Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Our Mission:

Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community. Le Moyne College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, persons of color, and Jesuits to apply for employment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Crime Analyst will work on-site at the Syracuse Police Department Crime Analysis Center. The Center is staffed with a team of crime analysts and sworn law enforcement members who support area law enforcement agencies in their efforts to track and reduce Part I Crime.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Job duties specific to this position:

• Perform a variety of research and analytical tasks.

• Collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze data and trends using standard practices and techniques of crime and/or law enforcement intelligence analysis.

• Perform statistical, spatial, and/or qualitative analyses as needed, making use of standard software packages.

• Work on assignments that are moderately complex under direct or indirect supervision, where there is latitude for independent action and decision-making.

• Prepare and deliver reports and presentations of analytic results and may be subpoenaed to testify in court proceedings.

• Provide crime analysis and criminal intelligence support to law enforcement as they respond to, investigate, and otherwise address criminal activity.

• Any other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Flexibility to work evening/weekend shifts will be required.

Job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:

• Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne’s mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties.

• Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture.

• Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.

• Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college’s strategic goals.

• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic.

• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.

• Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne’s established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness.

• Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings.

• Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends.

• Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, criminology, public administration, or a related field

• 0-1 year experience in the field of criminology, criminal justice research, or criminal justice policy.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Communication with all police ranks as well as local, state, and federal agencies may be necessary.

• Knowledge of the criminal justice process.

• Understanding of basic social science research methods: concepts and techniques of measurement and analysis, and interpretation of results.

• Experience with databases, spreadsheets, statistical computing, and/or geographic information systems is desired.

Le Moyne Benefits:

• 403(b) Retirement contribution- (9.5% Employermatch)

• Generous tuition coverage

• Health insurance options- (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)

• Health Savings Accounts- (Partially Employer funded)

• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance- (Employerpaid)

• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)

• Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary benefits- (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)

• 12 paid holidays

• Generous time off package

Pay Range:

$66,000 - $71,000 annually

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Le Moyne College is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigrationor any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.