Crime Analyst*

City of Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Richmond Police Department is seeking self-directed and detail-oriented candidates for the position of Crime Analyst. This role will perform administrative, strategic and primarily tactical crime analysis, including investigative, intelligence, and social networking analysis.

The incumbent will compile, collate, analyze, and disseminate data and reports on crime trends, patterns, and intelligence, using Power BI, ArcGIS Pro/Enterprise, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Two years of related experience.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may meet qualifications.
• Experience in a law enforcement setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform crime analysis to track incidents and detect trends.
• Compile complex statistical reports and forecast trends.
• Interpret regulations and procedures in a law enforcement setting.
• Assist investigators with casework using police databases and tools.

Skills

Crime analysis

Analytical thinking

Data mining

Communication

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

Power BI

Report Builder

ArcGIS

SQL

i2 Analyst Notebook

Job description

The City of Richmond Police Department is seeking self-directed and detail-oriented candidates for the position of Crime Analyst. This position performs administrative, strategic and primarily tactical crime analysis i.e. investigative, intelligence, and social networking, analysis. The incumbent will compile, collate, analyze, and disseminate data/reports relevant to crime trends, patterns, and intelligence.

The selected candidates must have strong office skills for daily tasks, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion. This role requires a candidate that possesses a high level of general computer proficiency and solid knowledge of and experience with relational databases, GIS (Geographic Information Systems - to include Arc Pro and GIS Enterprise) and statistics. Candidates must be able to think analytically, which extends beyond reactionary work, to include experience/understanding of problem-analysis, crime analysis, investigative analysis and intelligence analysis. Candidates must possess the skills to interact professionally and tactfully within a team environment with other analysts as well as in individual and group settings as a non-sworn analyst working across all levels of a sworn police hierarchy.

Candidates must possess the ability to handle sensitive information, multi-task and prioritize tasks, and have understanding of police operations and practices.

• Performing analysis using various research methods and tools to track crime incidents.
• Compile complex statistical reports, as well as identify crime and forecast trends as related to the community at large.
• Comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information in a law enforcement environment.
• Assist investigators in casework utilizing law enforcement databases and tools.

This position may require overtime on an as needed basis.

Successful completion of an interview, thorough background investigation, which may include a polygraph exam and drug/alcohol screening, is required. Please note that the Police Department background process may take up to 45 - 60 days. An applicant disqualified from the Police background process may reapply a year after disqualification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Considerable knowledge of crime analysis techniques; computer programs such as Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft Report Builder, statistical reporting software, basic knowledge of SQL programming, ESRI ArcGIS Pro/ Enterprise, i2 Analyst Notebook, OneNote, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.); electronic databases and related software applications. Knowledge of the latest ideas and techniques in mapping, crime analysis, investigative analysis, and intelligence analysis; in administrative crime analysis; and statistical analysis. Demonstrated skills assisting sworn personnel in the reduction and prevention of crime and the apprehension of criminals; communicating with various internal and external departments; compiling and analyzing crime patterns and trends; conducting statistical analyses such as data mining; developing methodology; ensuring the free flow of information between and among investigators and the law enforcement community; preparing reports and analyses for command staff, officers, detectives, etc.; providing support functions for law enforcement activities and staff; communication in writing and visually. Demonstrated ability to analyze information; prioritize; organize; follow standard procedures and established practices to resolve problems.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in forensic science, criminal justice, police science, law enforcement, or a related field
• Two years of related experience
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification

PREFERRED CANDIDATE:

• Experience in a law enforcement setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the utilization of Microsoft PowerBI and/or Microsoft Report Builder
• Demonstrated proficiency in the utilization of ArcGIS

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
• Acquisition of a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
• 28CFR23 and VCIN/NCIC certifications may be obtained once working in the unit.
• Specific areas of focus may have additional requirements