Intelligence Analyst Senior

Department Of State Police; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia State Police in North Chesterfield, Virginia seeks an Intelligence Analyst Senior to research, analyze, and distribute criminal intelligence to aid in preventing terrorism and criminal activity.

You will serve as the Fusion Center Watch Center, monitor communications, maintain information databases, and produce concise written and oral analyses; a three-year commitment and ability to obtain a federal clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of research and analysis techniques.
• Experience in government, business, or criminal justice including analytical training.

Responsibilities

• Researching, analyzing, and distributing criminal intelligence to aid in the prevention and response to terrorism and criminal activities.
• Serving as the Watch Center for the Fusion Center, monitoring and electronically recording all incoming and outgoing communications through email, telephone, fax, in-person interactions, web-based platforms, and mobile applications.
• Maintaining and/or updating databases of information.

Skills

In the use of personal computers and

Education

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Job description

Title: Intelligence Analyst Senior DSP03047, DSP03672

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range: $68,310 to $84,200 Negotiable and Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of State Police

Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia

Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire an Intelligence Analyst Senior in our Intelligence Operations Directorate (IOD) Virginia Fusion Center (VFC) at our Administrative Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Researching, analyzing, and distributing criminal intelligence to aid in the prevention and response to terrorism and criminal activities.
• Serving as the Watch Center for the Fusion Center, monitoring and electronically recording all incoming and outgoing communications through email, telephone, fax, in-person interactions, web-based platforms, and mobile applications.
• Maintaining and/or updating databases of information.

About the Agency:

At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization — we’re a united team of problem‑solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth. Every role here strengthens our mission to preserve life, protect the vulnerable, and enhance safety while upholding civil liberties throughout Virginia.

When you join VSP, your skills create real impact across every community we serve. Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement — together.

We prioritize the readiness and well‑being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, you will find meaningful work, real opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission. One Team. One VSP.

If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something larger than yourself, your next career starts here.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Of research and analysis techniques.

Skill:

• In the use of personal computers and using Microsoft Office applications.

Ability:

• To collect, analyze, summarize, interpret and communicate information and technical data orally and in writing.
• To apply critical thinking to diverse information sets and to produce logic-based analysis and recommendations on probable and potential trends and event outcomes.
• To maintain accurate and complete files.
• To manage multiple priorities.
• To follow oral and written instructions.
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and representatives of other agencies and organizations.
• To communicate effectively in English with staff and external partners to ensure goals and objectives are met.
• Experience in government, business, or criminal justice to include analytical experience and criminal analytical training.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a federal security clearance.
• Requires three-year commitment to the Virginia Fusion Center and ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

• General knowledge of analytical application programs and software to produce Geographic Information Systems (GIS) based maps, text, tables, graphs, and charts preferred.
• Public safety experience or other broad scope of governmental experience preferred.

It is the policy of the Department of State Police (the Department) that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

This policy shall be adhered to in all aspects of Departmental employment practices. It does not permit the lowering of bona fide job requirements, performance criteria, or qualifications to give preference to any state employee or applicant for state employment based on the above prohibitions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.