FC Analyst I/II - Criminal

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

State retirement plan

Job summary

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) seeks a Criminal Analyst for its Fusion Center to support federal, state, and local investigations. You will analyze all-source data, map crime trends, and prepare briefs for investigators.

You will work in a team environment, handle open-source information requests, and contribute to major case work. A bachelor's degree and strong communication skills are required; willingness to travel and occasional on-call duties may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Arts from an accredited college; Master's may substitute for required experience.
• Experience in collecting, analyzing, and presenting information.
• Strong analytical skills to search databases and develop analytical reports.
• Verbal and written communication to share analyses with partners.
• Identify trends/patterns from collected information.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher) and ability to use computer programs.
• May require extended overnight travel and rotational hours.
• Periodic on-call duty is required.
• Must reside within 50 miles of SLED Headquarters in Columbia, SC.

Responsibilities

• Operate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment utilizing all-source research, collection, analysis, and reports to support federal, state, and local law enforcement. Provide ongoing analytical support throughout the investigative cycle, from initial stages to case closure.
• Assist in the coordination of major case investigations by prioritizing collection of data; initiate interaction and collaboration with other units, agencies, and entities. Conduct field and statistical research on potential and past crime targets. Develop investigative leads by connecting seemingly disparate pieces of information and identifying potential suspects.
• Using open source information, criminal intelligence information, and criminal justice information, respond to requests from local, state, federal, and private investigative leads, and report activities in support of ongoing investigations. Support search warrant or major operations. Develop and prioritize problem areas, top offenders, crime projects, and recommend strategies regarding the allocations of resources. Assist investigators, operations, and management personnel in planning the deployment of resources.
• Gather and organize information related to specific criminal or administrative investigations and disseminate information effectively and efficiently. Map crime, show correlations, and analyze crime-specific data. Monitor local, regional, and national crime trends. Conduct briefings and presentations. Work with investigators, other analysts, and external agencies to share information and coordinate efforts. Participate as a member in federal, state, and local law enforcement taskforces and partnerships. Conduct research, compile reports, and assist with various projects. Provide written or oral testimony in court.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal & written comms

Collaboration

Data synthesis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word/Excel/Publisher

Job description

About SLED

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a premier statewide law enforcement agency dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina. With a proud history rooted in integrity, professionalism, and public service, SLED is committed to providing high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services to support law enforcement agencies across the state.

Job Responsibilities

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a premier statewide law enforcement agency dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina. With a proud history rooted in integrity, professionalism, and public service, SLED is committed to providing high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services to support law enforcement agencies across the state.

At SLED, we value dedication, ethical conduct, accountability, and a strong commitment to justice. Our agency plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and supporting criminal justice efforts at the local, state, and federal levels. From advanced forensic science to homeland security, criminal investigations, and criminal justice information systems, SLED's diverse responsibilities make it one of the most dynamic law enforcement agencies in the state.

We foster a professional work environment where teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement are fundamental. Our employees are held to the highest standards and are given opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful difference in South Carolina communities.

Learn more about why you should join our team at www.sled.sc.gov .

General Responsibility

Serve as a Criminal Analyst in the Fusion Center of the SC Law Enforcement Division.

Specific Duties

• Operate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment utilizing all-source research, collection, analysis, and reports to support federal, state, and local law enforcement. Provide ongoing analytical support throughout the investigative cycle, from initial stages to case closure.
• Assist in the coordination of major case investigations by prioritizing collection of data; initiate interaction and collaboration with other units, agencies, and entities. Conduct field and statistical research on potential and past crime targets. Develop investigative leads by connecting seemingly disparate pieces of information and identifying potential suspects.
• Using open source information, criminal intelligence information, and criminal justice information, respond to requests from local, state, federal, and private investigative leads, and report activities in support of ongoing investigations. Support search warrant or major operations. Develop and prioritize problem areas, top offenders, crime projects, and recommend strategies regarding the allocations of resources. Assist investigators, operations, and management personnel in planning the deployment of resources.
• Gather and organize information related to specific criminal or administrative investigations and disseminate information effectively and efficiently. Map crime, show correlations, and analyze crime-specific data. Monitor local, regional, and national crime trends. Conduct briefings and presentations. Work with investigators, other analysts, and external agencies to share information and coordinate efforts. Participate as a member in federal, state, and local law enforcement taskforces and partnerships. Conduct research, compile reports, and assist with various projects. Provide written or oral testimony in court.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree from an accredited college or university. A Master's degree may be substituted for the required experience.
• Must have experience in collecting, analyzing, and presenting information.
• Must have strong analytical skills with the ability to search a variety of databases to develop analytical reports.
• Must be skilled in verbal and written communications including the preparation and presentation of analytical reports to facilitate information sharing with a variety of partners.
• Ability to identify trends or patterns based on the analysis of collected information.
• Knowledge of Microsoft products such as Work, Excel, and Publisher, and ability to use computer programs.
• Position involves critical duties and responsibilities that must continue to be performed during crisis situations.
• May require extended overnight travel and rotational hours of work on occasion.
• Periodic on-call duty is required.
• Must reside within 50 miles of SLED Headquarters in Columbia, SC.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in intelligence analysis and open source research preferred.

Additional Comments

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification. Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.