Crime and Intelligence Analyst

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The UCLA Police Department seeks a Crime and Intelligence Analyst to turn complex law enforcement data into actionable insights. You will work with Investigations and Patrol to detect crime patterns, build models, map activity, and synthesize data from regional databases.

Your output will guide patrol deployment and support investigations on campus. Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in crime or intelligence analysis, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong skills in statistics, data

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in crime or intelligence analysis within law enforcement or campus safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform intelligence and statistical analysis to detect emerging crime patterns.
• Build predictive probability models and map criminal activity.
• Synthesize raw data from regional databases for actionable insights.
• Inform patrol deployment strategies and support active investigations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive data.

Skills

Crime analysis

Intelligence analysis

Quantitative research

Statistical methods

Data visualization

Confidentiality

Written communication

Verbal communication

University safety experience

ArcGIS

Crystal Reports

Microsoft Access

Excel

NIBRS/NCIC/CLETS/JDIC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Statistics, Data Analytics, GIS

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Access

Excel

Crystal Reports

Job description

Department Summary

The UCLA Police Department (UCPD) is a university law enforcement agency dedicated to serving the diverse UCLA campus community, including faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Operating within a complex higher education environment, UCPD is responsible for maintaining public safety, preventing crime, and investigating criminal activity across campus physical structures, roadways, and designated jurisdictional areas.The department operates under University-wide Police Policies and Administrative Procedures. It utilizes advanced law enforcement tools, relational databases, and local, state, and federal intelligence networks (such as NCIC, CLETS, JDIC, and NIBRS) to support its operations. Through collaborative divisions, including Investigations, Patrol, and Crime Analysis, UCPD integrates data-driven intelligence and community outreach to optimize patrol deployment, enhance crime prevention strategies, and ensure a safe campus environment.

Position Summary

Are you a data-driven analyst passionate about public safety, problem-solving, and intelligence analysis? The UCLA Police Department is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented Crime and Intelligence Analyst to serve as a key partner to our law enforcement team. In this vital role, you won't just look at numbers; you'll turn complex law enforcement data into actionable insights. Working directly with the Investigations Lieutenant and Detective Sergeant, you will perform intelligence and statistical analysis to detect emerging crime patterns, build predictive probability models, map criminal activity, and synthesize raw data from regional databases. Your analytical output will directly inform patrol deployment strategies, support active criminal investigations, and help keep the vibrant UCLA community safe.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years Experience in crime analysis, intelligence analysis, or quantitative research analysis within a law enforcement, criminal justice, or work in a college public safety environment. (Required) And
• Degree Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Statistics, Data Analytics, GIS, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)
• Ability to provide crime analysis for a university law enforcement agency servicing a diverse population. (Required)
• Working knowledge of statistical research methods and practical application of probability theory to predict crime patterns. (Required)
• Working knowledge of crime analysis principles, functions, tools, methods, and sources of information. (Required)
• Demonstrated working knowledge of computer relational database programs for data storage and report generation, including skill in organizing, manipulating, and retrieving data from manual and electronic files to relate information patterns. (Required)
• Demonstrated skill in analyzing information, problems, or procedures to define objectives, identify relevant factors/patterns, and formulate logical, objective conclusions. (Required)
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills to interpret law enforcement documents, write concise reports with statistical graphics, present findings, and build cooperative working relationships across all levels. (Required)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and compliance when accessing, analyzing, and disseminating sensitive law enforcement data, records, and intelligence from secure law enforcement databases. (Required)
• Knowledge of NCIC, CLETS, JDIC, NIBRS, and Department of Justice databases. (Preferred)
• Ability to use analytical software and tools, including, but not limited to: ArcGIS, Bair A.T.A.C., Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, and Windows. (Preferred)
• Knowledge of local ordinances and standard law enforcement practices. (Preferred)
• General knowledge of the UCLA campus community (faculty, staff, students, physical structures, roadways, and jurisdictional responsibilities). (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of university police department operational procedures, campus geography, jurisdictional responsibilities, and internal policies. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• E-Verify Check: The position is funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requiring UCLA to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate(s) must pass the E-Verify check.
• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
• Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.
• Conflict of Interest: The position is subject to the University Conflict of Interest Code required by the Political Reform Act of 1974. The candidate(s) selected will be required to complete financial statements for public record.
• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".
• Clery Act: The position is a designated CSA (Campus Security Authority) under Clery Act requirements.
• 5% Occasional travel may be required as part of this position.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or as agreed upon by supervisor

Union/Policy Covered

RP-Research and Public Service PR