Criminal Intelligence Analyst

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement benefits

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Office of Attorney General, Division of Criminal Investigation in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a full-time analyst to receive, analyze, and share sensitive criminal intelligence. The role supports state and Federal law enforcement and prosecutors and requires flexibility for after-hours work.

Training will be provided and a background check is mandatory. Ideal candidates will have analytical experience, knowledge of software programs, bilingual Spanish/English abilities, and experience in criminal

Qualifications

• Analytical experience or statistics work in public or private sectors.
• Knowledge of software programs used for data analysis.
• Bilingual Spanish/English abilities are preferred.
• Experience in criminal law is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Receive, analyze, and disseminate sensitive criminal intelligence.
• Provide direct support to state and Federal officers and prosecutors.
• Operate and assist in computer software programs used for investigations.

Skills

Analytical experience

Spanish/English bilingual

Criminal law knowledge

Data analysis

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Agency: Office of Attorney General, Division of Criminal Investigation

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Salary: $25.69-$28.54 Hourly, depending on qualifications

Pay Grade: I or J

Closing Date: 11/6/2026

This is a full-time position with the Office of the Attorney General. For more information on the Office of the Attorney General, please visit http://atg.sd.gov .

This position is with the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation, Technical Service Unit and will provide service to the Social Security Administration Law Enforcement Division. The incumbent will be responsible for the receipt, analysis, and dissemination of sensitive and confidential criminal intelligence and will provide direct support to state and Federal law enforcement officers and prosecutors, as well as agency executives. The incumbent will operate and assist in the operation of several computer software programs . Experience in this field is preferred; however, applicants will be trained by the agency. This position requires schedule flexibility with potential for work outside normal business hours.

Successful completion of a background investigation required.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess or be able to obtain a valid South Dakota driver's license.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• analytical experience, statistical analysis, or related experience involving research and critical thinking in either the public or private sector is recommended;
• knowledge in operations of different software programs;
• bilingual speaking proficiency in Spanish/English;
• experience in criminal law.

Knowledge of

• computer databases, spreadsheet programs, and other relevant web-based analytical software;
• techniques for acquiring information from multiple sources and databases.

Ability to

• operate computers and associated hardware and software;
• display good verbal and written communication skills;
• organize and prioritize tasks under pressure;
• analyze complex topics to include financial records, phone records, social media records etc;
• conduct research regarding topics, events, or subjects having importance to agency executives and policy makers;
• learn and comprehend South Dakota Criminal Codes;
• provide direct testimonial evidence during adversarial court proceedings;
• work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed or scheduled.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration Telephone: [phone] Email: [e-mail] http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

'An Equal Opportunity Employer'