CRIME ANALYST III

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California in California is seeking a Crime Analyst III to serve as the subject matter expert to the Criminal Justice Statistics Center information technology staff and consultants for data collection under Penal Code §13023. You will liaise with 700+ agencies for reporting and lead training for partner agencies.

The role also administers triennial audits of hate crime reporting procedures and provides policy guidance to ensure data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Ability to undertake multiple priorities/projects and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to apply problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve issues in completing work assignments.
• Ability to manage a workload consisting of multiple projects and assignments.
• Ability to complete work under critical timelines to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Ability to be objective and flexible to adapt to changes in priorities and work assignments.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice process.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.
• Demonstrate tact and good judgment.
• Experience developing and evaluating alternatives, recommendations, solutions, and conclusions or approaches to research problems.
• Experience with training complicated concepts or programs.
• Experience with reviewing and analyzing case reports for accurate reporting.
• Experience analyzing the accuracy of data collected.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to 700+ agencies for reporting purposes.
• Facilitate training and onboarding activities for partner agencies.
• Administer triennial audits on hate crime reporting procedures.
• Provide information and technical guidance to department staff.
• Develop policy guidance as needed.
• Occasional travel within California may be required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multitasking

Communication

Job description

$6,256.00 - $8,090.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor I, the Crime Analyst (CA) III is the subject matter expert to the Criminal Justice Statistics Center information technology staff and consultants concerning the technical application for collecting data mandated by Penal Code § 13023 and independently provides liaison services to over 700 local or state‑level criminal justice agencies for reporting purposes. The CA III acts as the point of contact for partner law enforcement agencies, facilitates training and onboarding activities for partner agencies and administers triennial audits on California law enforcement agencies hate crime reporting procedures to ensure accurate identification and reporting of hate crimes. In addition, the incumbent provides information and technical expertise to department staff, training, and develops policy guidance, as needed to ensure accuracy. Occasional travel within California may be required.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position is designated for telework under Government Code section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California and may require reporting to headquarters or field offices and facilities to fulfill operational needs. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Justice policies.

This position is eligible for telework, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Minimum Requirements

• CRIME ANALYST III

CRIME ANALYST III $6,256.00 - $8,090.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Job Details

• Number of positions: 1
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information

This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Justice Data and Investigative Services Bureau, Justice Data & Auditing Branch, Criminal Justice Statistics Center.

Additional Salary Information

Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Special Requirements

A fingerprint check is required.

The Department of Justice does not provide visa sponsorship and is not an E-Verify employer.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to undertake multiple priorities/projects, and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to apply problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve issues in completing work assignments.
• Ability to manage a workload consisting of multiple projects and assignments.
• Ability to complete work under critical timelines to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Ability to be objective and flexible to adapt to changes in priorities and work assignments.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice process.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.
• Demonstrate tact and good judgment.
• Experience developing and evaluating alternatives, recommendations, solutions, and conclusions or approaches to research problems.
• Experience with training complicated concepts or programs.
• Experience with reviewing and analyzing case reports for accurate reporting.
• Experience analyzing the accuracy of data collected.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Satnam Shergill
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EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
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California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.