Executive Director, Data Integrity & Analytics

DC Department of Human Resources; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Disability and life insurance

Strong retirement benefit and 401a

Job summary

Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC seeks an Executive Director, Data Integrity & Analytics, to lead crime data integrity, analytics, and reporting. You will advise the Chief of Police on information-sharing practices, technology improvements, and analytical capabilities while ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal standards.

Responsibilities include directing data governance programs, managing analytical teams, and coordinating with federal and local partners.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of crime data management, analytics, and statistical reporting.
• Advanced knowledge of crime reporting standards and relevant policies/regulations.
• Experience with law enforcement data systems and data governance.
• Senior/executive-level leadership of analytical or information-sharing programs.
• Ability to interpret laws into operational procedures and compliance strategies.
• Strong communication to present complex concepts to varied stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and oversight of crime data integrity, analytics, and reporting to align with goals and legal requirements.
• Advise Chief of Police on information-sharing practices, technology improvements, and intelligence capabilities.
• Ensure all crime statistics and reports are accurate, timely, and compliant with standards and policies.
• Design and evaluate advanced analytical studies to support strategic planning.
• Build relationships with federal agencies, local partners, and District entities for data-sharing initiatives.
• Oversee submission and review of incident, arrest, and crash reports; manage UCR data submission to FBI/DOJ.
• Produce internal and external crime statistics and analytical reports for planning and transparency.
• Ensure deadlines and reporting requirements are met; develop monthly performance measures for leadership.
• Direct personnel management within the ODIA to align with MPD priorities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Crime data management

Criminal-justice information systems

Crime reporting standards (UCR)

Data governance

Executive leadership

Communication skills

Staff leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice/public administration/data science

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

There is only one city in the country that can say it is the Nation’s Capital – Washington, D.C. Given that distinction, the Metropolitan Police Department is the premiere law enforcement organization in the city. We receive over 22 million visitors a year, have almost 700,000 residents, and 21,000 private business. The Department consists of more than 4,200 members: approximately 3,550 sworn members and over 650 civilian employees. We are one of the most diverse and highly trained departments in the country. We have the honor of safeguarding and protecting not only our nation’s residents, but also people from all over the world.

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) offers an attractive benefits package. The benefits package includes competitive compensation, health insurance, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability and life insurance, as well as a strong retirement benefit and saving options. Employees are also eligible for our employer contributed 401a plan after one year of employment. Additional perks such as discounts on wireless carriers, gym memberships, amusement park tickets and much more! Additional information can be found at: DCHR Benefits.

This position is located in the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), Executive Office of the Chief of Police (EOCOP), Office of Data Integrity and Analytics (ODIA). The Office of Data Integrity and Analytics oversees the Analytical Services and Data Integrity Divisions, as well as the Federal Compliance Reporting, Data Quality and Compliance, and Tactical Analysis Branches. The incumbent serves as the Executive Director, Data Integrity & Analytics and is responsible for providing senior leadership, direction, and oversight for all MPD data-integrity, crime-reporting, compliance, analytical, and statistical operations to ensure alignment with departmental goals and legal requirements.

The Incumbent Will Be Responsible For The Following

• Providing executive leadership, and authoritative oversight of MPD’s crime data integrity, analytics, statistical reporting, and information sharing programs to ensure full alignment with MPD’s mission, legal requirements, and strategic priorities.
• Serving as the senior advisor to the Chief of Police, providing high-level recommendations on information-sharing practices, technology improvements, intelligence capabilities, analytical processes, threat identification, and crime-prevention strategies.
• Exercising department-wide authority to ensure all crime statistics, intelligence products, analytical reports, and official data submissions are accurate, timely, complete, and compliant with federal UCR standards, District laws, and department policies.
• Designing, directing, and evaluating advanced analytical studies on crime patterns, operational data, and reporting gaps to support executive decision‑making and strategic planning.
• Building and maintaining high‑level relationships with federal agencies, local law enforcement partners, intelligence organizations, and District government entities to support interagency coordination and data‑sharing initiatives.
• Overseeing the submission, processing, and review of incident, arrest, and crash reports, to ensure accuracy and compliance with established reporting standards. Directing the collection, verification, coding, recording, and dissemination of Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data submitted to the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice.
• Producing and distributing internal and external crime statistics, analytical reviews, intelligence reports, clearance rate reports, and other information used for strategic planning and public transparency.
• Ensuring MPD meets all deadlines and data submission requirements established by federal authorities and oversees development of monthly performance measurement reports for senior leadership.
• Directing personnel resource management and workflow operations within the Office of Data Integrity and Analytics to ensure alignment with MPD’s mission, strategic objectives, and organizational priorities.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications, Education and Work Experience

• An expert knowledge of and skill in crime data management, analytics, statistical reporting, and criminal‑justice information systems, preferably in a law‑enforcement or public‑safety organization.
• An advanced knowledge of crime reporting standards, including UCR requirements, as well as strong familiarity with federal, District, and MPD reporting policies and regulations.
• An advanced knowledge of law enforcement organizational structures, operational workflows, and data‑reporting systems.
• An expert at leading complex analytical, data‑governance, or information‑sharing programs at a senior or executive level.
• An advanced ability to interpret laws, regulations, and policy directives into operational procedures, system requirements, and compliance strategies.
• An expert at developing or managing technology tools, data systems, or analytical platforms that improve data collection, reporting accuracy, and analytical capability.
• Possess exceptional communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex concepts; prepare formal presentations, reports, proposals, and policies; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, external partners, and government officials.
• Demonstrated senior‑level leadership experience directing staff, setting priorities, managing resources, and overseeing complex workflows.
• An expert at handling sensitive and confidential criminal‑justice information responsibly and in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Education

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in criminal justice, public administration, data science, statistics, information systems, or a related field. A master’s degree is strongly preferred due to the complexity and executive nature of the role.

Work Experience

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (MS - Grade 15), or its non‑District equivalent, gained in either the public or private sector. Specialized experience includes but not limited to: senior level experience managing complex analytical or data‑governance programs and interpreting laws, regulations, and policies to guide compliance. Must demonstrate experience in crime‑data analysis or criminal‑justice information systems and skill in reviewing large datasets and producing high‑level reports. Strong communication abilities and experience working with federal, law‑enforcement, and government partners are essential. Requires leadership experience overseeing staff and resources, along with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential criminal-justice information responsibly.

Work Environment

Work location is in an office environment. Work is sedentary and may require walking and standing in conjunction with travel and attendance at meeting and conferences away from the work site and carrying light items, such as laptops, papers, books, small parts, and driving an automobile. This position requires the incumbent to perform related duties throughout the district and surrounding areas. Applicants must have the ability to travel independently to various work sites.

Other Significant Factors

Position Designation

This position is considered "emergency" per DPM Chapter 12. An emergency employee must report to or remain at work if activated, during a declared emergency.

Position Suitability

This position is deemed as "Security Sensitive" pursuant to Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, in addition to the general suitability screening and criminal background check (pre‑employment and periodic), individuals may be subject to the following checks and tests:

• Traffic record check (as applicable);
• Pre‑employment drug and alcohol test (as applicable);
• Consumer credit check (as applicable);
• Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test;
• Random drug and alcohol test;
• Return to duty or follow‑up drug and alcohol test; and
• Post‑accident or incident drug and alcohol test.

Due to the sensitive nature of work performed within the Metropolitan Police Department, all selected candidates must undergo and successfully complete and enhanced background investigation, including criminal history and credit checks, as a condition of employment.

MSS At Will Employment Statement

This position is “At Will”. At will employment applies to the Management Supervisory Service (MSS). All positions and appointments in the MSS serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause. This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.

Residency Preference

Applicants claiming "Residency Preference" will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment. If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.