Crime Analyst

coptx; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical_insurance

On-site clinic

Free virtual visits

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Vacation accrual

Job summary

City of Pasadena seeks a Crime Analyst to collect, analyze, and disseminate crime pattern information to aid in resource deployment and enforcement actions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with two years of relevant experience, a Texas driver's license, and a background check. Proficiency in ArcGIS and Crystal Reports is desirable to produce reports and charts for command staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with two years relevant experience or an equivalent combination.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation.
• Preferred: experience in law enforcement or as a crime/intelligence analyst.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and disseminate crime pattern data to support deployment of resources.
• Prepare statistical reports, charts, and exhibits using Crystal Reports and related tools.
• Assist investigations and administrative functions with research and analysis.
• Respond to data requests from Police Department, City administration, and other agencies.
• Maintain data accuracy and confidentiality per department policies.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ArcGIS

Crystal Reports

CAD

RMS

Job description

Duties

Collects, collates, analyzes and disseminates timely, accurate, and relevant information on crime patterns, trends, and suspect data to assist operational and administrative personnel in planning the deployment of resources to prevent and suppress criminal activity. Assists in data review, quality control, investigations, and administrative functions relative to Crime Analysis to assist units of the police department. The work involves extensive reading, data analysis, and development of reports and charts. Responsibilities include tactical, strategic, and administrative analysis in support of the Police Department. Uses independent judgement within established guidelines; needs assistance only for unusual non-routine situations.

Use integrated relational computer systems to create and access database files and prepare statistical charts, graphs, reports, and exhibits using Crystal Reports and other applicable software. Review a variety of information, including crime reports, calls for service, arrests, field interviews, and other data generated throughout the department to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity and deliver relevant information to officers, detectives, administrators, and other authorized personnel. Provide accurate, timely, and relevant analysis of crime patterns and trends that aid in the efficient deployment of department resources, increase apprehension of offenders, and assist in the clearance of criminal cases. Assist investigative divisions and patrol with research, analysis, intelligence, and investigations using a variety of databases, software applications, analytical tools, and other available resources. Prepare a variety of analytical products, including crime information, statistical reports, spreadsheets, charts, graphs, patrol bulletins, crime trend bulletins, and other reports as needed. Respond to ad hoc requests for data, statistical information, and reports, including public information requests, from all levels and units of the Police Department, City administration, and other authorized agencies as required. Analyze complex law enforcement data and identify, interpret, and evaluate current and anticipated criminal activity, crime patterns, and trends using modern crime analysis tools, techniques, and available resources. Provide information and analysis findings in a format that allows them to be effectively used by all appropriate personnel and divisions of the Police Department to support operational and investigative decisions. Assist in the administration of various Police Department software packages, including database maintenance, user management, system updates, and user support as needed. Be familiar with ArcGIS and Crystal Reports and be able to navigate and utilize the Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Records Management System (RMS) for research, reporting, and analysis. Prepare and present crime statistics, crime trend analyses, charts, graphs, and statistical presentations to command staff and other department personnel as needed. Maintain the accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of crime data, statistical information, and departmental records in accordance with department policies and applicable laws. Must have and maintain, without interruption, required certifications and licenses. Works assigned schedule and complies with the City's timekeeping and attendance policies. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years applicable work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Valid Texas Driver's License. Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation. Preferred: Experience in law enforcement or experience as a crime or intelligence analyst.

Benefits

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees. For example:

• Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive employee & family plan is less than $350 per month.
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic free of charge.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional free of charge.
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay-period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
  • Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 11 to less than 21 years of service – four weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 21 to less than 26 years of service – five weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 26 years of service and up – six weeks of vacation per year.