Crime Analyst

San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART); Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) Police Department seeks a highly analytical Crime Analyst to transform complex crime and intelligence data into actionable information for decision-making and deployment strategies.

The role focuses on intelligence-led policing, data-driven decisions, and advanced reporting to support public safety across one of the nation's largest transit systems. On-site position based in Oakland.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two years of data analysis experience.
• Knowledge of crime data analysis and public safety operations.

Responsibilities

• Providing detailed factual analytical, statistical and narrative reports related to criminal activity.
• Working closely with the investigations unit in creating critical reach bulletins.
• Assist in solving crime occurrences by converting raw data into valid criminal intelligence information.
• Analyzing records in several software programs; maintains accurate recordkeeping for officer status, premise information; analyzes trends and information and presents findings to department personnel.
• Writing routine program and extracts data and develop a variety of standard and customized reports, charts, graphs, and maps by utilizing several programs such as SQL and SSRS.
• Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating criminal intelligence to support investigations and crime prevention efforts.
• Interpreting crime data, identifying trends, and developing actionable recommendations.
• Utilizing GIS, crime mapping tools, dashboards, and data visualizations to communicate analytical findings.
• Understanding law enforcement operations, criminal justice systems, and intelligence-led policing practices.
• Conducting research, evaluating information, identifying emerging issues, and developing practical solutions.
• Preparing analytical reports, intelligence products, presentations, and briefings for varied audiences.
• Working with law enforcement databases, records management systems, analytical software, and related technologies.
• Establishing effective working relationships with law enforcement partners, stakeholders, and community members.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SQL

SSRS

GIS software

Job description

NOTE: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. This recruitment will remain open until filled; however, applications received by Sunday, July 19, 2026, will be included in the first review. Applications received after that date may be considered in future review batches.

Salary

Step 1: $45.95/hourly to Step 5: $55.14/hourly

Note: External candidates will start at Step 1

Who May Apply

All current BART employees and qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees.

Reports To

Police Lieutenant or designee

Days Off

As assigned. Must be willing to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Department

BART Police Department is a progressive agency and has been on the forefront – and in some cases the model approach to training in the areas of fair and impartial policing, bias-based policing, crisis intervention, cultural competence training, and de-escalation training. The mission of the BART Police Department is to ensure a safe environment within our transit system, reduce crime through a highly visible police presence, and proactive enforcement of the law, and to promote public confidence by working in partnership with our stakeholders and the communities we serve.

Current Assignment

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) Police Department is seeking a highly analytical, innovative, and collaborative professional to serve as its next Crime Analyst. This position plays a critical role in supporting public safety operations across one of the nation's largest transit systems by transforming complex crime and intelligence data into actionable information that enhances decision-making, crime prevention, and deployment strategies. The Crime Analyst serves as a trusted resource to command staff, investigators, patrol personnel, and regional law enforcement partners by identifying crime patterns, emerging trends, and operational risks throughout the BART system. The current assignment is focused on advancing intelligence-led policing, data-driven decision making, and strategic crime analysis to support BART's mission of providing safe, reliable, and equitable transit services. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Providing detailed factual analytical, statistical and narrative reports related to criminal activity.
• Working closely with the investigations unit in creating critical reach bulletins.
• Assist in solving crime occurrences by converting raw data into valid criminal intelligence information.
• Analyzing records in several software programs; maintains accurate recordkeeping for officer status, premise information; analyzes trends and information and presents findings to department personnel.
• Writing routine program and extracts data and develop a variety of standard and customized reports, charts, graphs, and maps by utilizing several programs such as SQL and SSRS.

1. Crime Analysis & Intelligence Gathering – Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating criminal intelligence to support investigations and crime prevention efforts.

2. Data Analytics & Statistical Analysis – Interpreting crime data, identifying trends, and developing actionable recommendations.

3. GIS & Crime Mapping – Utilizing GIS, crime mapping tools, dashboards, and data visualizations to communicate analytical findings.

4. Law Enforcement Knowledge – Understanding law enforcement operations, criminal justice systems, and intelligence-led policing practices.

5. Research & Problem Solving – Conducting research, evaluating information, identifying emerging issues, and developing practical solutions.

6. Communication & Reporting – Preparing analytical reports, intelligence products, presentations, and briefings for varied audiences.

7. Technology Proficiency – Working with law enforcement databases, records management systems, analytical software, and related technologies.

8. Collaboration & Partnership Building – Establishing effective working relationships with law enforcement partners, stakeholders, and community members.

Work Location Requirement

The Crime Analyst position is an on-site role that supports the operational needs of the BART Police Department. Remote or telework arrangements are not available for this position. Candidates should apply only if they are willing and able to report to the designated work location and perform all assigned duties on-site.

Application & Selection Process

Applicants who require assistance with the online application process may contact the Talent Acquisition Division at [phone] or [e-mail].

Selection Process Details

The selection process for this position will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may include one or more of the following: a skills or performance demonstration, written examination, and/or panel or individual interview.

All applications will be reviewed by the Talent Acquisition Division to determine whether applicants meet the established Minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants who meet the MQs may be referred to the hiring department for further evaluation as part of the selection process. Unsuccessful applicants may re-apply online by visiting our website for a listing of open positions.

The selection process will include the following phases:

• Background Pre-Screening
• Minimum Qualifications Screening
• Oral Board Interview
• Chief's Interview or designee
• Investigative Background

The selected candidate must demonstrate a work history reflecting reliability and dependability and may be required to provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documentation required by law, including proof of authorization to work in the United States, and pass a pre-employment medical examination, which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Pre-employment processing will also include an extensive background check, a credit check and successful completion of a polygraph exam. (Does not apply to current full-time BART Police Department employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations).

If selected to proceed in the background investigative phase of the process, you will be asked to provide some essential documents. The following are some of the documents you may be asked to provide naturalization/citizenship papers, birth certificates, school transcripts, proof of selective service, DMV driving history documents, proof of automobile insurance, marriage or divorce certificates (if applicable), and POST certificates (if applicable).

1. Selects input data and appropriate software for retrieval of data, develops and maintains large computerized databases, and maintains special files by pre-coding and performing audits.
2. Creates macros and editing programs used in searching, retrieving, and formatting data.
3. Maintains information on sex offenders and registrants, narcotic and arson offenders, parolees and individuals on probation.
4. Maintains liaison with parole, probation, the Department of Justice, and other police agencies at the local, state, and federal levels.
5. Researches, gathers, compiles, and prepares a variety of data from criminal offense reports, arrest reports, and intelligence information.
6. Assists in collecting and preparing crime data for the departmental reports.
7. Researches and reports statistical crime data using software to produce a variety of reports.
8. Monitors crimes, identifies trends of criminal activity, and flags hot spots.
9. Assists with the design, and revision of forms, and preparation of maps, charts, graphs, scatter grams and matrices.
10. Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly crime bulletins for dissemination to operational units within the police department.
11. May meet with citizen groups and organizations to improve community relations and crime prevention awareness.
12. Gathers intelligence information for the BART Police Department.
13. Contacts and consults with various agencies for the purpose of obtaining intelligence information or gaining referrals to fulfill requests.
14. Coordinates intelligence information on various organized crime groups with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
15. Responds to requests for analysis of specific general crime activity for administrative, investigative, and patrol tactical level use.
16. Performs related duties as required.

Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework and experience in public or business administration, criminology, police science or closely related field.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience involving data analysis and evaluation for the implementation of programs in the criminal behavioral or social science fields or related experience.

Other Requirements: Must be able to successfully pass a detailed background investigation prior to appointment. Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

• Informational needs and objectives of police officers and other users of statistical crime data.
• Knowledge of the organizational concepts of police departments, law enforcement, and the criminal justice system.
• Variety of automated law enforcement systems and software used to compile and analyze data and prepare reports.
• Database administration and design.
• Basic administrative research, analysis, and statistical methods.
• Methods of report writing.
• Basic English grammar, spelling, vocabulary, punctuation, and sentence construction.

• Memorizing codes, names, locations and other detailed information; obtaining information from individuals in emergency situations.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions.
• Memorize, retain and accurately recall information.
• Using an on-line computer to access a variety of information.
• Working under periods of stress and dealing with multiple activities simultaneously.
• Interpret, research, analyze and distribute information from charts, graphs, maps, tables, etc. in an effective manner.
• Performing routine clerical duties.